Cost Estimating Manager

Jamboree•Irvine, CA

2d•$140,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for dedicated team members to join Orange County’s largest nonprofit developer of high-quality affordable housing and services. Join us in our mission to transform lives and strengthen communities for thousands of families, seniors, veterans, transitional age youth, and individuals coming from homelessness in California. Primary Objective of Position: The Cost Estimating Manager managers cost estimators, analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, material, equipment, and labor estimates involved in assigned products, projects, or services, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes. Provides preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed itemized estimates based on final plans and specifications. Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and develops itemized lists.

Requirements

Ability to assume responsibility interface and communicate effectively with others is essential
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Project; knowledge in online project management software a plus
Understanding of timeliness and attention to detail
Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent
Position may require some evening and weekend hours.
Valid California driver’s license and availability of an insured vehicle to travel within the California service area.
Must be a team player with a strong sense of urgency
Strong organizational abilities with the ability of performing multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent problem-solving skills
Knowledge of construction terminologies, sequences, blueprints, and project specifications
8 or more years of experience in the construction field, with multi-family residential project experience

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of residential multi-family and/or affordable housing design and construction preferred

Responsibilities

Leads the planning and estimating phase of construction projects.
Performs accurate quantity takeoffs.
Facilitates Value engineering.
Leads the review of architectural, consultant and construction agreement scopes of work.
Analyzes cost factors to produce recommendations for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling.
Conducts special studies to develop and establish standardly hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
Revises estimates as requested.
Coordinates bid process, write scopes of work, level bids and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
Reviews contract conditions to ensure compliance with all contract terms.
Other duties as assigned.
Screens, qualifies, selects, and coordinates the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers. Negotiates costs, scope, and deal points of subcontracts.
Maintains good relationships with Owner, Architect, City/County/Agencies, and Subcontractors.
Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
Prepares bids, selects vendors or subcontractors, and determines cost effectiveness.
Provides consultation and assist Jamboree development staff with estimates.
Assists in the design and coordination of multifamily housing that aligns with the company goals and project feasibility.
Develops comprehensive estimates and budgets for conceptual, schematic, design development and permitted sets of drawings.
Supervises cost estimating staff.