Overview In this role you will direct and oversee mechanical estimating efforts for lump-sum, unit-rate, and cost-plus proposals, from initial cost analysis to definitive estimates. You will lead pre-construction activities and coordinate cross-functional estimating across project phases. You'll provide technical support to Project Managers, ensure estimate accuracy, and champion continuous improvement in estimating practices. This position sits at the core of delivering competitive bids on complex projects within a 100% employee-owned company that prioritizes safety and collaboration.
Compensation / Benefits- medical, dental, and vision insurances
- disability benefits
- flexible work schedules
- paid vacation and holiday time
- 401(k) with company match
- tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities- Delegate technical and administrative duties to team members while maintaining accountability
- Prepare and verify cost estimates for proposals and projects to meet plan requirements
- Coordinate and review all aspects of estimates and their presentation
- Maintain and utilize the estimating database
- Advise Project Manager on estimates across varying scopes and complexities
- Assess estimate accuracy and recommend contingencies
- Plan and develop estimating procedures and training programs
- Identify improvement opportunities and support change management
- Perform pre-construction scope reviews and risk assessments
- Support Project Controls and Project Execution teams with schedule development and constructability input
- Lead and participate in pre-construction activities including EHS planning and QA/QC considerations
- Oversee workflow and staffing to align with schedules and budgets
- Assist leadership with independent assessment of estimate accuracy
- Respect and promote continuous improvement within estimating teams
- Develop and mentor subordinates in estimating techniques and capabilities
- Stay aware of external estimating developments and applicable innovations
- Participate in site investigations and value engineering opportunities
Key requirements- 10+ years of relevant experience including estimating
- Leadership experience with management interactions
- Thorough understanding of the construction estimating process
- Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.)
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership and development
- Verbal and written communication
- Microsoft Office 365
- Microsoft CoPilot 365
- Cost engineering
