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Summit Homes is the largest new home builder in the Kansas City area, building more than 3,000 homes since we began in 2002. Our award-winning company is known for developing and building exceptional communities as well as its innovative design practices. Providing a world-class customer experience to families all over Kansas City continues to drive our success well into the future.
Open Positions
What You’ll Do:
We are looking for a Purchasing Manager who is equally a relationship builder and strategic thinker. This is a leadership seat on our Purchasing & Production team - you will own the trade relationships and vendor strategy that make it possible for Summit to deliver homes on time, on budget, and at the quality our homeowners expect. You will lead a team of purchasing professionals and report directly to our Director of Purchasing & Production.
This is a pivotal moment to join Summit. We are in an exciting period of growth and operational evolution, and the person in this seat will have real influence over how we build our purchasing function for the future.
Leadership & Team Management
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the purchasing department in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to the purchasing team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct regular meetings and performance evaluations.
- Foster a supportive, inclusive work environment promoting professional growth and development.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards, relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to purchasing practices.
- Embody the company's core values of Open doors, Be a Home, Drive change, Do Good, and Earn Trust.
Vendor Relations
- Develop, expand, and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Lead vendor and trade contract management by negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors to secure favorable agreements for the company ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Monitor vendor performance and promptly address any issues or concerns to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
- Champion cost reduction initiatives and customer experience expectations by communicating organizational vision and goals to trade partners.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Build strong cross-functional relationships. Collaborate closely with all departments to streamline processes, optimize costs, and drive overall project success and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate closely with Production, Architecture, and Construction to ensure alignment between trade partner expectations and performance, trade adherence to schedules, and accurate and timely purchase orders while leveraging market insights and industry best practices.
- Regular site visits to check quality of trade work and maintain accountability in the field.
Purchasing & Procurement Strategy
- Analyze market trends and pricing fluctuations to identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or service.
- Monitor variance and how we source labor and materials
- Strategize material and labor sourcing for new and existing communities as our business develops.
- Manage rebate data compilation and submission process.
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or vendor management with a demonstrated track record of success in leading purchasing teams
- Someone who leads people with confidence - your team's success is your success
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Comfortable operating in a dynamic environment where processes are still being refined and your input shapes the outcome
- Strong communicator with vendors, with your team, and with leadership
What You’ll Love About Us:
Great Company Culture. Volunteer days and matching charitable contributions up to $1,000.
Flexible Schedule. Great work/life balance with flexible hours and work-from-home options.
Rest and Relaxation. Self-managed PTO and 9 paid holidays, including your birthday.
Great Benefits. Medical with FSA options, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Preparation for the Future. 401(k) plan with 4% company match.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
- Volunteer time off
Work Location: In person
What You’ll Do:
We are looking for a Purchasing & Cost Analyst to join our Purchasing & Production team. This role sits at the intersection of purchasing operations and financial analysis - you will own the transactional accuracy of our vendor costs today and grow into the analytical voice that tells us what those costs mean for the business over time. As our systems mature, the balance of this role shifts progressively toward analysis and away from transaction processing. If you are someone who sees the story behind the numbers and isn't satisfied just entering them, this role was built for you.
You will report to our Purchasing Manager and work closely with both the Purchasing and Production teams, as well as our Business Analyst.
Purchasing Operations & Transactional Accuracy
- Maintain and update vendor pricing in Kova ERP, ensuring pricing is accurate and current across all active trades
- Enter and approve purchase order adjustment variances, questioning discrepancies and escalating anomalies rather than processing them passively
- Serve as the pre-AP checkpoint, reviewing vendor accounts for accuracy and ensuring all billing is legitimate and properly documented before payments are processed
- Review and approve warranty payment requests, verifying legitimacy of charges against scope and contract terms
- Maintain accurate records of all vendor activity, expenditures, and account history
Financial & Job Cost Analysis
- Own job cost analysis at project close, comparing final costs against budget, identifying where variances occurred, and documenting the reasons behind them
- Analyze vendor cost trends across the portfolio: which trades are consistently over or under budget, where pricing agreements are holding, and where renegotiation conversations are warranted
- Identify patterns in PO adjustments and warranty claims, surfacing systemic issues rather than treating each transaction in isolation
- Manipulate and analyze data in Excel to answer financial questions about vendor performance and cost behavior
- Provide data-driven insight and reporting to the Purchasing Manager and Director of Purchasing & Production to inform purchasing strategy and vendor decisions
- Collaborate with the Business Analyst to ensure operational and financial variance analysis are aligned and telling a complete story to leadership
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Project Management, or related fields preferred – equivalent experience considered
- 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, purchasing operations, or a related role
- Strong analytical mindset – you are not satisfied just processing data, you want to understand what it means and share what you find
- Advanced Excel skills - comfortable manipulating large datasets and presenting financial trends clearly
- Detail-oriented, accurate, and excellent communication skills – transactional work in this role directly affect job cost integrity across every home we build
- Experience in construction, engineering, or manufacturing industries is a plus but not required
- Familiarity with procurement and purchasing processes.
- Experience working with ERP systems integrated with purchasing modules.
What You’ll Love About Us:
Great Company Culture. Volunteer days and matching charitable contributions up to $1,000.
Flexible Schedule. Great work/life balance with flexible hours and work-from-home options.
Rest and Relaxation. Self-managed PTO and 9 paid holidays, including your birthday.
Great Benefits. Medical with FSA options, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Preparation for the Future. 401(k) plan with 4% company match.
Job Title: Entitlements & Government
Affairs Manager
Reports To:
Vice President of Land
Location:
Regional / Multi-Community
Job Summary
The Land Development Entitlements & Government Affairs Manager is responsible for securing jurisdictional approvals and permits by leading political strategy, stakeholder alignment, and public positioning for land development projects.
Key Responsibilities
Political Strategy & Approval
Leadership
- Develop and execute approval strategies tailored to each jurisdiction, accounting for political dynamics, staff priorities, and community sentiment.
- Lead direct engagement with elected officials, city leadership, and key influencers to build support for projects.
- Shape how projects are positioned publicly to improve likelihood of approval and reduce opposition.
- Identify decision-makers, power structures, and approval risks early—and actively manage outcomes.
- Serve as the lead negotiator in discussions related to zoning, land use, and development approvals.
Development Agreements & Public Deal
Structuring
- Lead negotiation of development agreements, including phasing, obligations, and jurisdictional requirements.
- Partner with municipalities to structure agreements balancing project feasibility with public benefit.
- Participate in discussions related to public incentives, cost-sharing, and infrastructure participation.
- Translate business objectives into terms that can be supported politically and publicly.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Design and implement community engagement strategies to build support and mitigate opposition.
- Lead neighborhood meetings, public hearings, and outreach efforts with a focus on transparency and alignment.
- Anticipate objections and proactively address concerns through design, communication, or negotiation.
- Maintain ongoing relationships with community stakeholders across active markets.
Entitlements & Permitting Oversight
- Maintain accountability for securing all required entitlements and permits.
- Direct internal teams and consultants to prepare and process submittals aligned with approval strategy.
- Engage directly with agency reviewers to resolve issues and maintain momentum.
- Ensure approvals support project timing and constructability.
Cross-Functional Alignment & Project Positioning
- Partner with Land Acquisition to assess entitlement risk during underwriting.
- Influence project design and engineering decisions to improve approvability.
- Align with Construction teams to ensure approval conditions are practical and executable.
- Act as the bridge between internal teams and external decision-makers.
Risk Identification & Issue Resolution
- Identify political, regulatory, and community risks impacting approvals or viability.
- Develop mitigation strategies and alternative approval paths.
- Escalate and resolve issues through engagement with senior staff or elected officials.
Consultant & External Advisor Leadership
- Direct land use attorneys, planners, engineers, and public affairs consultants.
- Ensure all external efforts align with messaging and approval strategy.
- Hold consultants accountable for advancing approvals, not just deliverables.
Reporting & Executive Communication
- Provide clear updates on approval status, political landscape, and risks.
- Forecast approval outcomes and timelines based on technical and political factors.
- Advise leadership on strategy shifts needed to secure approvals.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in land development, entitlements, government relations, or related field.
- Demonstrated success navigating political environments and securing project approvals.
- Strong understanding of municipal processes, zoning, and land use regulations.
- Experience negotiating development agreements or similar public-facing agreements preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Position: Assistant Project Manager
Status: Salaried – Full Time
Reports to: Area Manager
Job description:
Join Kansas City's largest production home builder and launch your construction career with a company built on quality, innovation, and rapid growth. We're looking for motivated, hands-on individuals who are ready to dive into residential construction, learn from the best, and make a real impact in the field.
As an Assistant Project Manager, you’ll support our construction team in delivering high-quality homes on schedule—while gaining invaluable experience from industry leaders. Reporting to the Area Manager, you’ll assist Project Managers in the day-to-day execution of multiple job sites and help ensure a consistent, positive experience for our homeowners. This role includes field work, service coordination, and the opportunity to learn the full lifecycle of residential building.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with daily construction tasks to ensure homes are completed on time and to company standards
• Support Project Managers with quality checks, inspections, site documentation, and trade coordination
• Help manage post-closing service tickets and warranty items, working with trades to resolve homeowner concerns
• Monitor jobsite cleanliness, safety, and material deliveries
• Drive between communities throughout the Kansas City metro to support multiple job sites
• Capture and report jobsite progress using checklists, photos, and internal tools
• Communicate professionally with trade partners, internal teams, and homeowners
• Proactively learn construction processes and best practices to prepare for future advancement
Qualifications:
• Strong interest in residential construction and a desire to grow within the industry
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (required for daily jobsite travel)
• Physically able to work outdoors year-round and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic
• Previous construction experience or education is helpful, but not required
What You’ll Gain:
• Hands-on experience with new home construction and warranty service
• Mentorship from experienced Area Managers and Project Managers
• Exposure to both construction and customer service aspects of homebuilding
• A clear path for growth and promotion within a leading production builder
What You’ll Love About Us:
Great Company Culture. Volunteer days and matching charitable contributions up to $1,000.
Flexible Schedule. Great work/life balance with flexible hours and work-from-home options.
Rest and Relaxation. Self-managed PTO and 9 paid holidays, including your birthday.
Great Benefits. Medical with FSA options, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Preparation for the Future. 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
(NO LICENSE REQUIRED)
Summit Homes, the largest homebuilder in Kansas City and a Clayton Company, is seeking to hire a Community Manager to represent our communities in Missouri and deliver exceptional customer experience to our homebuyers. Not only do you help buyers through their new home purchase, but you also serve as an ambassador of Summit Homes, ensuring that we always present our best face and that our community remains a special place. If you thrive in a KPI-driven sales environment, then this could be the career for you!
The Role
Our Community Managers bring our communities to life by guiding prospective and current homebuyers. As area experts, they know every detail of the community, from homesites and design options to marketing programs and the buying process. They greet visitors, understand their needs, share information about homes and amenities, and address concerns. Using our CRM and contract systems, Community Managers provide a seamless home buying experience.
What’s In It For You?
- Base salary + uncapped commission opportunities
- Advancement opportunities-Exposure to executive leadership
- Opportunity to work with the fastest growing New Home Builder in Kansas City.
- Team outings and company-sponsored volunteer events
- Self-managed Paid Time Off
- Access to health and life insurance, 401(k), paid parental leave, company discounts, etc.
What we’re looking for:
- You LOVE people and want to provide customers with the best customer experience.
- Experience working in a commission-based role, with a high focus on meeting and exceeding goals.
- Sell-driven and self-accountable: This position is primarily field-based in a model home sales office with additional time spent in the Summit Homes office or visiting Realtor offices.-Ability to learn quickly and thoroughly with a high level of detail retention and recall.
- Must recognize and adjust to change.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while handling challenges and interruptions, all while maintaining focus on big-picture thinking.
- Must be a self-starter, good communicator, quick learner, computer literate, and take initiative.
- The ideal candidate is "people smart" and easily adapts to various situations and personalities; he is detail-oriented and goal-driven.
What You’ll Do
KPI-Driven Results
- Follow the sales process to convert prospects to buyers.
- Track and report prospect activity and appointments.
- Support marketing programs, promotions, and sales goals.
- Review KPIs weekly with Sales Leadership.
Community Expert
- Share detailed knowledge about the community, area, homes, amenities, HOA, utilities, building process, and local conveniences.
- Confidently explain the benefits of building in a Summit Homes community versus resale homes.
Communication Expert
- Keep contracted buyers updated on their home build.
- Meet weekly with Project Managers to review projects and next steps.
- Promote the community via networks, social media, and marketing efforts.
- Track and update leads in our CRM.
Process Expert
- Understand home designs, plans, elevations, materials, and product benefits.
- Prepare and discuss sales contracts and financing options.
- Ensure MLS data is current.
Community Appearance
- Ensure the community and retail spaces are clean, presentable, and welcoming.
- Maintain signage, collateral, and open/close retail spaces per guidelines.
Summit Homes is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
(LICENSE REQUIRED)
Summit Homes, the largest homebuilder in Kansas City and a Clayton Company, is seeking to hire a Community Manager to represent our communities in Kansas and deliver exceptional customer experience to our homebuyers. Not only do you help buyers through their new home purchase, but you also serve as an ambassador of Summit Homes, ensuring that we always present our best face and that our community remains a special place. If you thrive in a KPI-driven sales environment, then this could be the career for you!
The Role
Our Community Managers bring our communities to life by guiding prospective and current homebuyers. As area experts, they know every detail of the community, from homesites and design options to marketing programs and the buying process. They greet visitors, understand their needs, share information about homes and amenities, and address concerns. Using our CRM and contract systems, Community Managers provide a seamless home buying experience.
What’s In It For You?
- Base salary + uncapped commission opportunities
- Advancement opportunities-Exposure to executive leadership
- Opportunity to work with the fastest growing New Home Builder in Kansas City.
- Team outings and company-sponsored volunteer events
- Self-managed Paid Time Off
- Access to health and life insurance, 401(k), paid parental leave, company discounts, etc.
What we’re looking for:
- You LOVE people and want to provide customers with the best customer experience.
- Experience working in a commission-based role, with a high focus on meeting and exceeding goals.
- Sell-driven and self-accountable: This position is primarily field-based in a model home sales office with additional time spent in the Summit Homes office or visiting Realtor offices.-Ability to learn quickly and thoroughly with a high level of detail retention and recall.
- Must recognize and adjust to change.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while handling challenges and interruptions, all while maintaining focus on big-picture thinking.
- Must be a self-starter, good communicator, quick learner, computer literate, and take initiative.
- The ideal candidate is "people smart" and easily adapts to various situations and personalities; he is detail-oriented and goal-driven.
What You’ll Do
KPI-Driven Results
- Follow the sales process to convert prospects to buyers.
- Track and report prospect activity and appointments.
- Support marketing programs, promotions, and sales goals.
- Review KPIs weekly with Sales Leadership.
Community Expert
- Share detailed knowledge about the community, area, homes, amenities, HOA, utilities, building process, and local conveniences.
- Confidently explain the benefits of building in a Summit Homes community versus resale homes.
Communication Expert
- Keep contracted buyers updated on their home build.
- Meet weekly with Project Managers to review projects and next steps.
- Promote the community via networks, social media, and marketing efforts.
- Track and update leads in our CRM.
Process Expert
- Understand home designs, plans, elevations, materials, and product benefits.
- Prepare and discuss sales contracts and financing options.
- Ensure MLS data is current.
Community Appearance
- Ensure the community and retail spaces are clean, presentable, and welcoming.
- Maintain signage, collateral, and open/close retail spaces per guidelines.
Summit Homes is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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