Estimating Executive

McCownGordon Construction•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

People love to work here, plain and simple. It’s easy to love your job when you’re surrounded by driven, passionate leaders. We show up every day and give it our all; not because we have to, but because we want to. POSITION SUMMARY Provides estimate Leadership. Takes ownership of project estimates for critical or large, complex projects. Responsible for PFP implementation into project, coordinating all project costs between Trade Partner and across McCownGordon (Operations, Building Performance Solutions, Risk, etc.).

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
11+ years’ experience in Estimating or Preconstruction.
Proven track record of training, leading and mentoring associates.
Extensive knowledge of estimating and preconstruction processes and software.

Responsibilities

Executes project and PFP strategy
Coordinates team staffing and communication of project needs and capacity.
Executes project estimating for a successful project.
Ensures execution of PFP plan throughout the preconstruction process.
Develops strategic trade partner relationships.
Conducts vertical market analysis and development of expertise.
Manages and provides input into cost options and development of cost strategies.
Responsible for trade partner selection and approval.
Provides market or project team leadership.
Comprehends contract and contract terms.
Ensures effective conceptual estimating by team.
Maintains and monitors preconstruction process.
Mentors and trains new and tenured associates.
Leads team through Risk Management issues and concerns.
Recruits talent for the department and ensures appropriate staffing.
Ensures use and adaption to McCownGordon processes and procedures.
Implements department or market initiatives.
Communicates regularly with associates regarding expectations, goals, and performance during Career Conversations and regular feedback through the year.
Assists in pursuit process and strategy development.