Estimating Manager 1

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Estimating Manager 1 prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develops more economical ways to construct projects, and provides comprehensive deliverables for major estimates. The role applies JE Dunn processes and tools to develop project estimates in support of the company’s strategy, vision, and values. It makes routine decisions, provides recommendations to a supervisor, and refers exceptions to the supervisor. The stated career path is Estimating Manager 2. The role includes surveying quantities from project plans, reviewing specifications, maintaining an audit trail of quantity surveys, supporting vendor and subcontractor pricing and bid solicitation, and coordinating scopes of work. It collaborates with project stakeholders and operations and field staff, supports project logistics and procurement, and provides training and mentorship. A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered instead. The position requires at least three years of estimating experience, with a preference for at least five years of total construction experience. The work is primarily in a normal office environment, with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold conditions. The position may require overnight travel and non-traditional hours to meet project needs. A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required, and the role requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Requirements

At least 3 years of estimating experience.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to conduct effective presentations.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
Intermediate ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
Intermediate proficiency in construction estimating software.
Proficiency in required construction technology.
Intermediate knowledge of construction management means and methods.
Knowledge of field operations through project support.
Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
Knowledge of Lean processes and philosophy.
Intermediate knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
Knowledge of self-perform work and labor productivity.
Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (preferred); equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of this education.
At least 5 years of total construction experience (preferred).
Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE software.
Willingness to travel overnight when required.

Responsibilities

Perform quantity surveys of materials shown on project plans.
Read and outline project specifications.
Maintain an audit trail of quantity surveys from estimate to estimate.
Support vendor and subcontractor pricing, bid solicitation, coordination, and distribution of plans and specifications.
Build working relationships and collaborate with project team members, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Gain self-perform estimating experience and field operational exposure through onsite project support as opportunities arise.
Prepare complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
Prepare material and other cost summaries for vendor quotes.
Track value-creation items from development through inclusion and document them in project documentation.
Develop and manage scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrices, plan and specification distribution, pricing, bid solicitation, and vendor and subcontractor coordination.
Use project schedule and logistics knowledge in project estimates.
Assist with system analysis of building components and MEP systems, and assist operations staff with logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination.
Coordinate bid-day summaries and general requirements, and participate in project procurement presentations.
Collaborate with operations and field staff during preconstruction to develop more economical construction methods.
Provide professional, comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
Improve project profitability opportunities by applying a basic understanding of insurance structures, fees, and rates.
Provide training and mentorship to others.