Estimating Manager 1, Heavy Equipment Solutions, AFG

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

The Estimating Manager 1 prepares cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develops more economical ways to construct projects, and provides comprehensive deliverables for major estimates. The position applies JE Dunn processes and tools to develop project estimates in support of the company’s strategy, vision, and values. It is part of the Advanced Facilities Group, which combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing teams and works on large industrial and manufacturing, data center, and semiconductor projects. The role makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to a supervisor, and refers exceptions to the supervisor. The stated career path is Estimating Manager 2. The position also provides training and mentorship to others and collaborates with project, operations, and field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.

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 MS Office, with strong Excel skills emphasized.
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 process 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 develop proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE software.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
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).
A total of 5 or more years of construction experience is preferred.

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, and coordination.
Support distribution of plans and specifications to vendors and subcontractors.
Collaborate and build relationships with project team members, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Gain self-perform estimating experience.
Gain field operational exposure through onsite project support as opportunities exist.
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, distribution of plans and specifications, pricing, and bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
Use knowledge of project schedules and logistics in project estimates.
Assist with system analysis of building components and MEP systems, and assist operations staff with project 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 and 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.