Estimating Manager 2 - Commercial Construction

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Nashville, TN

11d

About The Position

The Estimating Manager 2 reviews and executes bids for multiple and/or more complex commercial construction projects. The role is responsible for the estimating and bid process, from reviewing plans and specifications through soliciting and negotiating prices with contractors and suppliers, in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. The position prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develops and manages trade scopes of work, evaluates project schedules and logistics, and coordinates estimating activities with operations, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. It also supports project procurement presentations, risk assessment, cost-history development, and the training and mentorship of others. The role makes decisions within defined limits of authority and consults a supervisor on other decisions. The stated career path is Senior Precon and Estimating Manager.

Requirements

At least 5 years of estimating experience.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills and ability to conduct effective presentations.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, with strong Excel skills.
Advanced ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
Advanced proficiency in construction estimating software and 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 and develop General Requirement estimates.
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 build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of the degree requirements.

Nice To Haves

Preference for a total of 8 or more years of construction 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 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 from development through inclusion and document them in project records.
Develop and manage scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrices, plan and specification distribution, pricing, and bid solicitation and coordination.
Use project schedules and logistics in project estimates and preconstruction efforts.
Collaborate with operations on constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
Produce 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 plans, and coordination.
Review financial risk to the company, ensure fee enhancements are included in 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 feasibility studies on life-cycle costs of building systems.
Lead efforts to assemble, analyze, and store project cost history.
Provide training and mentorship to others.
Gain self-perform estimating experience and field operational exposure through onsite project support as opportunities arise.
Work non-traditional hours as needed to meet project needs and travel overnight when required.