Estimating Manager

Veracity Ventures Inc.•Dallas, TX

2d•$110,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimating Manager 1 will prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develop more economical ways to construct projects and provide comprehensive deliverables for major estimates. This role involves making decisions on routine matters, providing recommendations to supervisors, and referring all exceptions to supervisors.

Requirements

Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
Ability to conduct effective presentations.
Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Intermediate).
Proficiency in construction estimating software (Intermediate).
Proficiency in required construction technology.
Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
Knowledge of field operations through project support.
Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Intermediate).
Knowledge of self-perform 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.
3+ years estimating experience.

Nice To Haves

Preference for total of 5+ years construction experience.
Estimating
Trade Partner Relationships
Commercial Construction Estimating Experience

Responsibilities

Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
Prepares material and other costs summary for quotes from vendors.
Tracks value creation items from development through inclusion and documents in project documentation.
Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
Assists with system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination.
Coordinates bid day summaries, general requirements and participates in project procurement presentations.
Collaborates with operations and field staff to develop more economical ways to construct projects during the preconstruction process.
Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
Improves project profitability opportunities by applying basic understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
Provides training and mentorship to others.