Estimating Director

J3 Construction Inc • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

As the Estimating Director, you will helm the critical task of forecasting the costs, resources, and timelines necessary for our new construction projects. Your expertise in construction estimating and strong analytical skills will shape the operational success of our projects. Leading the estimating team, you will enhance our daily operational workflows, ensuring precision and efficiency in all estimating activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction estimating, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in commercial roofing or construction industry.
• Expertise in various construction estimating software and platforms specific to construction and roofing.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to accurately interpret complex project plans and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in team development and performance management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Team player attitude is a must.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• If you embody our core values of continuous improvement, teamwork, attention to detail, and dedication to delivering consistent, quality work, we invite you to join our team at O’Hara’s Son Roofing (OSR). Together, let's strive for excellence and be the preferred roofing contractor for our valued customers.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees or certificates in estimating or project management are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Estimation Leadership: Spearhead the development and refinement of estimation strategies, aligning them with both short-term project goals and long-term organizational objectives. Analyze market trends, historical data, and the competitive landscape to enhance bidding success rates. Innovate and implement advanced estimating techniques, tools, and software, ensuring the new construction estimators remain at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry. Ensure detailed cost projections for new construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs. Analyze and quantify project risks and contingencies. Collaborate with the estimating and project management teams to refine and finalize project estimates.
• Team Management and Development: Cultivate a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the estimating team by setting clear performance objectives, providing regular feedback, and facilitating professional development opportunities. Organize regular training sessions to ensure the team is proficient in the latest estimating software, understands current market pricing, and is aware of new roofing materials and techniques. Monitor bid opportunities and deadlines, ensuring timely and compliant bid submissions. Lead bid review meetings, providing insights and recommendations to enhance the competitiveness of bids.
• Cost Analysis and Value Engineering: Conduct detailed feasibility studies for each new project to assess the complexity, potential challenges, and unique requirements. Analyze project costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering. Collaborate with the project team to explore alternative materials, construction methods, and cost-saving strategies. Conduct cost comparisons and evaluate the financial impact of different approaches or scenarios. Make recommendations to enhance project profitability while meeting quality and client requirements. Develop a systematic approach for reviewing and updating estimates at key project milestones or when significant changes occur, ensuring estimates remain accurate and relevant.
• Vendor and Subcontractor Liaison: Develop and maintain a preferred vendor and subcontractor program, evaluating performance based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, to foster long-term partnerships. Implement a transparent and fair bidding process for subcontractors and supplies, encouraging competition and innovation, and ensuring the best value for the company.
• Reporting and Documentation: Develop a dashboard or reporting system that provides real-time insights into estimating activities, bid status, and project margins, accessible to senior management and key stakeholders. Ensure comprehensive documentation of all estimation processes, decisions, and justifications, maintaining a robust audit trail for future reference and continuous improvement. Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all estimating activities, including bid documents, correspondence, and historical data. Provide regular reports and updates to management on estimating activities, project costs, and bid performance. Participate in project handover meetings, ensuring effective transfer of estimating information to the project execution team.
• Risk Management: Introduce advanced risk assessment tools and methodologies to quantify potential risks, developing mitigation strategies for identified risks. Regularly review and update risk management practices to address emerging threats and opportunities in the construction landscape.
• Industry Engagement: Act as the company’s ambassador in industry forums, engaging with peers, thought leaders, and innovators to share knowledge and bring back insights that can drive the company forward. Foster a culture of learning and innovation within the team by encouraging participation in external training programs, workshops, and seminars relevant to commercial roofing and construction estimating.
• Additional Responsibilities: Handle additional responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Unlimited PTO + Paid Holidays
• Technology Package
• Medical Benefits - Partial Contribution: Medical Insurance: Aetna (EPO, PPO, & PPO HSA) Dental Insurance: Aetna (PPO) Vision Insurance: Guardian Insurance
• Retirement: 401k with up to 4% company match - after 1 year of continuous employment and 1000 hours worked
• Non-Contributory Benefits - Employer Paid: Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Short Term Disability (STD) Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Quarterly Interactive Employee Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director