Careers

BUILD GREAT HOMES. BUILD YOUR CAREER. OWN YOUR FUTURE.

At Korndoerfer Homes, we believe great homes are built by great people.

For three generations, the Korndoerfer name has stood for quality construction, thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and value. Today, that legacy continues through a team that takes genuine pride in what we build and in how we build it.

In 2021, Korndoerfer Homes became 100% employee owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). That means when you join our team, you're not just taking a job with a home builder. You're becoming an owner and helping shape the future of the company.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Residential Construction Estimator who understands how new homes are built, takes pride in getting the details right, and enjoys bringing people, plans, and numbers together to create successful projects.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Senior Residential Construction Estimator, you'll play a key role in determining what it takes to build our homes, from the initial plans and take-offs through budgets, pricing, custom changes, and final documentation.

You'll work closely with our purchasing, sales, construction, and architectural design teams, along with outside trade partners, to develop accurate budgets and pricing while helping keep projects moving forward.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys both the analytical and collaborative sides of new-home residential construction. You'll use your construction knowledge and estimating experience every day while working with a team that values accuracy, problem-solving, communication, and getting the job done right.

You'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact every day. The budgets and pricing you develop help shape the homes we build, the experience we provide our customers, and the success of our construction team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Create and manage complete house budgets, ensuring costs and pricing are accurate and aligned with plans, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs for all facets of residential construction.
• Review home plans, specifications, scopes of work, site and grading plans, building codes, and ACC requirements to develop accurate estimates.
• Develop accurate job documentation and sales pricing for homes and construction projects.
• Manage and maintain project plan sets, leading the comprehensive plan review process to identify architectural design discrepancies, scope gaps, and potential cost impacts.
• Estimate costs and pricing for custom changes and customer requests.
• Work closely with purchasing, sales, construction, and architectural design teams to ensure everyone has the information they need to make informed decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade partners while gathering, reviewing, and evaluating pricing and scope information.
• Research and maintain current pricing information for materials, labor, and trade work.
• Identify discrepancies, potential cost issues, and opportunities for improvement before they become problems in the field.
• Support the development and maintenance of estimating and purchasing databases.
• Help improve estimating processes, systems, and tools to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide sales support by helping translate customer requests and architectural design changes into accurate costs and pricing.
• Serve as a resource to the team on residential construction methods, materials, scopes, and costs.
• Balance multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who understands new-home residential construction from the ground up and can confidently translate plans and specifications into accurate costs.

You'll bring:

• 5-10+ years of new-home residential construction and estimating experience
• Strong construction take-off experience
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and industry standards
• Ability to thoroughly read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and site/grading plans
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and residential construction requirements
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with sales, construction, purchasing, architectural design, and outside trade partners
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to challenges
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, growing environment while maintaining a positive attitude
• The initiative and drive to take ownership of your work from start to finish
• A genuine commitment to quality and getting the details right
• Experience with purchasing and estimating software is highly preferred
• Experience with Hyphen Solutions, Autodesk, and BuildPro is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or a related field is a plus

WHAT MAKES KORNDOERFER DIFFERENT?

YOU'RE AN OWNER.

Korndoerfer Homes is 100% employee owned through an ESOP. Our employees have a stake in the success they're helping create.

YOU'RE PART OF A LEGACY.

The Korndoerfer name has been associated with quality construction since 1926. Today, that tradition continues with a focus on quality, distinctive design, livability, energy efficiency, durability, and value.

YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT.

We're not looking for someone to simply plug numbers into a spreadsheet. We want people who understand construction, ask questions, identify opportunities, solve problems, and help us continually improve the way we build.

YOUR WORK HELPS BUILD THE HOME.

The numbers matter. The budgets you create and the pricing you develop become the foundation for the homes we build. Your work directly impacts our customers, trade partners, construction teams, and overall success.

YOU WORK WITH PEOPLE WHO CARE.

Our culture is built around teamwork, professionalism, craftsmanship, and doing what's right for our customers and trade partners. You'll work with people who value your experience and want to work together to get the best results.

YOU GET TO BUILD SOMETHING YOU CAN BE PROUD OF.

Our homes are more than numbers on a spreadsheet. They're where families will live for years to come. Your work helps make those homes possible.

YOU HAVE ROOM TO GROW.

As a growing, employee-owned company, we provide opportunities to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career in residential construction.

WHY JOIN KORNDOERFER HOMES?

• 100% employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Established Wisconsin home builder with a three-generation history
• Strong reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and value
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to influence estimating, purchasing, and construction processes
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• The opportunity to play an important role in building exceptional homes

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you're an experienced new-home residential construction professional who understands how a home comes together, enjoys the challenge of getting the numbers right, and wants to be part of an employee-owned company with a long-standing reputation for quality, we'd like to meet you.

Bring your construction knowledge. Bring your attention to detail. Bring your ideas and problem-solving skills.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: careers@korndoerferhomes.com

BUILD GREAT HOMES. BUILD YOUR CAREER. OWN YOUR FUTURE.

At Korndoerfer Homes, we believe great homes are built by great people.

For three generations, the Korndoerfer name has stood for quality construction, thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and value. Today, that legacy continues through a team that takes genuine pride in what we build and in how we build it.

In 2021, Korndoerfer Homes became 100% employee owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). That means when you join our team, you're not just taking a job with a home builder. You're becoming an owner and helping shape the future of the company.

We're looking for an experienced Field Superintendent who understands residential construction, takes pride in a job well done, and enjoys bringing people and projects together to create exceptional homes.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Field Superintendent, you'll be a key player in taking our homes from plans to finished product.

You'll work directly with subcontractors, vendors, architectural designers, customers, municipalities, and our internal team to keep projects moving, solve problems in the field, maintain our quality standards, and deliver an outstanding home-buying experience.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being in the field, knows how a home is built, and has the organization and communication skills to keep multiple projects on track.

You'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact every day, from the first phase of construction through the final customer walk-through.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the construction schedule for assigned homes, coordinating subcontractors and vendors to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Build strong trade-partner relationships and communicate expectations clearly to keep work on schedule and up to Korndoerfer standards.
• Manage production schedules and change orders, identifying potential delays or issues early and taking action to keep projects on track.
• Be the eyes and ears in the field, monitoring workmanship, materials, jobsite progress, and overall construction quality.
• Coordinate municipal inspections and ensure homes meet applicable building codes and construction standards.
• Partner with our architectural design and construction teams to identify opportunities to improve plans, processes, efficiency, and the overall building experience.
• Solve problems. When challenges arise in the field, you'll help find practical solutions and keep the project moving.
• Conduct customer walk-throughs, communicate progress, address questions, and help ensure homeowners feel confident throughout the building process.
• Manage punch lists through completion, ensuring the details are addressed before the home is turned over to the customer.
• Represent the Korndoerfer standard of quality, professionalism, responsiveness, and customer service on every jobsite.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who knows residential construction of new homes and can confidently manage the many moving pieces that go into building a home.

You'll bring:

• 5-7+ years of supervisory or field management experience in new-home single-family residential construction
• Associate degree or higher in construction management, building trades, or a related field preferred
• Strong understanding of new home residential construction methods, building codes, and industry standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing construction schedules
• Strong project management and time-management skills
• Proficiency with scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to challenges
• The initiative and drive to take ownership of your projects from start to finish
• A genuine commitment to quality and customer satisfaction

WHAT MAKES KORNDOERFER DIFFERENT?

YOU'RE AN OWNER.

Korndoerfer Homes is 100% employee owned through an ESOP. Our employees have a stake in the success they're helping create.

YOU'RE PART OF A LEGACY.

The Korndoerfer name has been associated with quality construction since 1926. Today, that tradition continues with a focus on quality, distinctive design, livability, energy efficiency, durability, and value.

YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT.

We're not looking for someone to simply check boxes on a schedule. We want people who bring ideas, solve problems, improve processes, and take pride in the finished product.

YOU GET TO BUILD SOMETHING YOU CAN BE PROUD OF.

Our homes are more than construction projects, they're where families will live for years to come. You'll see the results of your work every day.

YOU WORK WITH PEOPLE WHO CARE.

Our culture is built around teamwork, professionalism, craftsmanship, and doing what's right for our customers and trade partners.

YOU HAVE ROOM TO GROW.

As a growing, employee-owned company, we provide opportunities to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career in residential construction.

WHY JOIN KORNDOERFER HOMES?

• 100% employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Company vehicle and gas card provided
• Established Wisconsin home builder with a three-generation history
• Strong reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and value
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to influence construction processes and field operations
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• The satisfaction of seeing your work become a finished home

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you're an experienced new-home residential construction professional who takes pride in your work, knows how to keep a project moving, and wants to be part of an employee-owned company with a long-standing reputation for quality, we'd like to meet you.

Bring your experience. Bring your ideas. Bring your commitment to doing things right.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:

careers@korndoerferhomes.com

BUILD GREAT HOMES. BUILD YOUR CAREER. OWN YOUR FUTURE.

At Korndoerfer Homes, we believe great homes are built by great people.

For three generations, the Korndoerfer name has stood for quality construction, thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and value. Today, that legacy continues through a team that takes genuine pride in what we build and in how we build it.

In 2021, Korndoerfer Homes became 100% employee owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). That means when you join our team, you're not just taking a job with a home builder. You're becoming an owner and helping shape the future of the company.

We're looking for an Warranty Administrator who takes pride in helping homeowners, building strong relationships with trade partners, and making sure issues are resolved thoroughly, efficiently, and the right way the first time.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Warranty Administrator, you'll play a key role in delivering an exceptional experience for our homeowners after they move into their new homes.

You'll be the primary point of contact for warranty service requests, working directly with homeowners, subcontractors, field superintendents, purchasing, construction, and accounting to investigate issues, determine appropriate solutions, coordinate repairs, and make sure work is completed to our standards.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and following details through to completion. You'll need the ability to listen to homeowners, understand construction and warranty requirements, coordinate multiple moving pieces, and hold trade partners accountable when necessary.

You'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact, helping homeowners feel heard and supported while also identifying opportunities to improve our construction processes and reduce future warranty issues.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Review and process warranty service requests and corresponding work orders on a daily basis.
• Respond to homeowner telephone calls and emails within 24 hours on work days.
• Contact homeowners to schedule inspections, service appointments, and repairs.
• Make sure warranty issues are addressed correctly the first time and completed within established timeframes.
• Clearly communicate homeowner maintenance responsibilities and other items that fall outside of warranty coverage.
• Coordinate service appointments between homeowners and subcontractors.
• Review and approve subcontractor estimates for warranty work.
• Follow up with homeowners and subcontractors to ensure service work has been completed satisfactorily.
• Review weekly reports documenting subcontractor completion of work orders and follow up on outstanding items.
• Review service status reports on a bi-weekly basis and drive outstanding items through completion.
• Hold subcontractors accountable for completing warranty work according to established requirements and timelines.
• Utilize established back-charge procedures when appropriate.
• Communicate subcontractor noncompliance or recurring warranty concerns to the Purchasing Department.
• Assess warranty requests that fall outside of established warranty periods and determine the appropriate course of action.
• Provide feedback to the Purchasing Department regarding recurring warranty issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop practical solutions for unique or unusual warranty issues within established cost parameters.
• Participate in field superintendent meetings as needed to discuss warranty trends, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve construction processes.
• Prepare and process change orders and CCRFs for construction changes made with customers and purchasing staff.
• Prepare closing packages for customers and ready homes for completion of construction.
• Develop and maintain punch list management systems and coordinate their use with field superintendents and vendors.
• Organize and track spring completion work, coordinating completion with field superintendents, field support staff, and vendors.
• Organize and track inventory for spring completion items, including lampposts, mailboxes, and other subdivision-specific requirements.
• Track completion of work related to refundable bonds and spring completion escrow funds.
• Coordinate with customers, field superintendents, field staff, and accounting to ensure these items are completed and properly documented.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who understands residential construction, communicates exceptionally well, and takes ownership of a problem until it's resolved.

You'll bring:

• Experience in residential construction, warranty service, customer service, construction administration, or a related field
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and common building issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and confidently with homeowners, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to investigate an issue, determine the appropriate course of action, and coordinate the solution
• Ability to manage multiple open service requests and competing priorities
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills
• Ability to hold trade partners accountable while maintaining positive working relationships
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach
• The initiative and drive to take ownership of issues from the initial homeowner request through final completion
• A genuine commitment to quality and customer satisfaction

WHAT MAKES KORNDOERFER DIFFERENT?

YOU'RE AN OWNER.

Korndoerfer Homes is 100% employee owned through an ESOP. Our employees have a stake in the success they're helping create.

YOU'RE PART OF A LEGACY.

The Korndoerfer name has been associated with quality construction since 1926. Today, that tradition continues with a focus on quality, distinctive design, livability, energy efficiency, durability, and value.

YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR HOMEOWNERS.

Buying a home is a major investment. When a homeowner has a question or concern after moving in, how we respond matters. You'll have an important role in making sure our homeowners feel heard, respected, and confident that their concerns are being addressed.

YOU SOLVE REAL PROBLEMS.

Every warranty request is different. You'll have the opportunity to investigate issues, find practical solutions, and make sure problems are resolved the right way.

YOU HELP US BUILD BETTER.

Warranty service isn't just about fixing individual issues. It's also about learning from them. You'll help identify recurring problems and communicate those trends back to our Construction and Purchasing teams so we can continually improve the way we build.

YOU WORK WITH PEOPLE WHO CARE.

Our culture is built around teamwork, professionalism, craftsmanship, and doing what's right for our customers and trade partners.

YOU HAVE ROOM TO GROW.

As a growing, employee-owned company, we provide opportunities to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career in residential construction.

WHY JOIN KORNDOERFER HOMES?

• 100% employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Established Wisconsin home builder with a three-generation history
• Strong  reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and value
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to influence estimating, purchasing, and construction processes
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• The opportunity to play an important role in building exceptional homes

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you're a residential construction professional who enjoys helping people, solving problems, and seeing issues through to completion, and you want to be part of an employee-owned company with a long-standing reputation for quality, we'd like to meet you.

Bring your construction knowledge. Bring your communication skills. Bring your commitment to doing things right.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:

careers@korndoerferhomes.com

Join Our Team — Part-Time Customer Experience Associate/Brand Ambassador

Korndoerfer Homes, a leading Milwaukee-area home builder, is currently seeking a Customer Experience Associate/ Brand Ambassador to support our sales team on weekends. This part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people and representing beautiful, high-quality homes in communities such as Dousman & Menomonee Falls.

About the Role

As a Customer Experience Associate/ Brand Ambassador, you’ll be the welcoming face at our model and ready homes during open house hours. You’ll interact with prospective buyers, provide marketing information, and help build relationships that lead to future sales.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Engagement:

• Greet and welcome visitors with a professional appearance and demeanor
• Share marketing materials and provide details about the home and community
• Engage in the discovery process to learn about guest needs
• Encourage sign-ins and collect guest contact information
• Support the sales team with follow-up communications (as directed)

Administrative Tasks:

• Relay visitor information promptly and accurately to the sales team
• Generate daily guest activity reports
• Ensure the model/ready home is clean, organized, and presentable during hours of operation
• Perform additional administrative tasks as needed

 Schedule & Compensation:

• Part-Time | $16/hour
• Typical hours: Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00am–3:00pm
• Additional weekday evening hours in August

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience with CRM or customer follow-up software a plus
• Background in hospitality, retail, or banking is helpful but not required
• High school diploma required

If you’re a people-person with a passion for homes and customer service, we’d love to meet you!

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to:

careers@korndoerferhomes.com

Korndoerfer Homes, award winning Milwaukee home builder, has an outstanding career opportunity available as a Junior Level Residential Construction Estimator.

If you are detail oriented, would like to work in a fast paced, growing company and have a positive attitude with an ability to have fun while working hard – apply today to join our purchasing and estimating team in our Brookfield office! 

Duties & Responsibilities:

As a Junior Estimator, you will work alongside our Senior Estimating team to support our Sales and Construction teams by reviewing plans & contracts, creating take-offs, reviewing bids and issuing purchase orders to our outside trade partners.  

Education & Qualifications:

Degree in Construction Management or equivalent field or office experience.

Familiarity and willingness to learn purchasing & estimating software (such as Hyphen Solutions, Builder MT and/or Sales Simplicity) a plus!

Critical competencies to include:

• residential construction experience, including:
• specifications, scopes of work, building codes, site/grading plans, and ACC requirements
• intense attention to detail
• problem solving
• strong communication (written & verbal) and organizational skills
• ability to meet deadlines, balancing interests of multiple stakeholders

Benefits

Competitive salary (Based on internship, work, or field experience). 

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Build real wealth without contributing out of your paycheck while owning a piece of the company you build!

Perks: Full health/dental coverage available, gym access, annual employer contribution to 401K, employer paid Life and Long-Term Disability, flexible Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays + birthday PTO!

To Be Considered for this Position:

-Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: careers@korndoerferhomes.com