Estimating Manager 2- Data Center Low Voltage

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

The Estimating Manager 2 reviews and executes bids for multiple and/or complex projects, overseeing the estimating and bid process from reviewing plans and specifications through soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers. The role supports JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. It makes decisions within defined authority limits and consults a supervisor on other decisions. The stated career path is Senior Precon and Estimating Manager. The position prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develops and manages scopes of work, coordinates pricing and bid solicitation, and provides comprehensive estimate deliverables. It works with operations, clients, vendors, and subcontractors on constructability, project logistics, procurement, risk mitigation, and project profitability. The role also contributes to cost-history analysis, feasibility studies, and training and mentorship. A bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered. At least five years of estimating experience is required. Eight or more years of total construction experience and data center experience are preferred. A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required. The work is primarily in a normal office environment, with possible exposure to extreme temperatures, occasional overnight travel, and non-traditional hours to meet project needs.

Requirements

At least 5 years of estimating experience.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered instead.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and on time.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to conduct effective presentations.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Advanced ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
Advanced 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.
Advanced knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
Knowledge of self-perform work and labor productivity.
Intermediate knowledge of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations.
Ability to develop general requirement estimates.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Eight or more years of total construction experience.
Data center experience.
Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE software.

Responsibilities

Perform quantity surveys of materials shown on project plans and maintain an audit trail of quantity surveys from estimate to estimate.
Read and outline project specifications.
Support vendor and subcontractor pricing, bid solicitation, coordination, and distribution of plans and specifications.
Prepare complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals across multiple projects.
Prepare material and other cost summaries for vendor quotes.
Track value-creation items through development and inclusion, documenting them in project documentation.
Develop and manage trade scopes of work, including responsibility matrices, distribution of plans and specifications, pricing, bid solicitation, and coordination.
Use project schedule and logistics knowledge in estimates and preconstruction efforts.
Collaborate with operations on constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
Provide professional, comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
Identify project profitability opportunities by applying knowledge of insurance structures, fees, and rates.
Review and execute bid forms and bid bonds for bid projects, including general requirements; participate in and summarize bid-day activities.
Apply knowledge of subcontractor markets and subcontractor prequalification.
Analyze building components and MEP systems, and assist operations staff with project logistics, staging, phasing, and coordination.
Review financial risk, ensure fee enhancements are included within estimates, and partner with operations to assess and mitigate risk.
Develop and maintain client and subcontractor relationships.
Present and sell estimates and proposals, and participate in project procurement presentations.
Coordinate life-cycle cost feasibility studies for building systems.
Lead the assembly, analysis, and storage of project cost history.
Provide training and mentorship to others.
Work collaboratively with project team members, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Gain self-perform estimating experience and field operational exposure through onsite project support when opportunities exist.