Estimating Manager - Kiewit Building Group

Kiewit • Federal Way, WA

48d • $171,000 - $179,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kiewit Building Group is looking for an Estimating Manager that can lead various estimates in excess of $30 million for vertical buildings in the markets of commercial, education, sports, mixed use, multifamily, with main focus areas in government and healthcare installations. Duties will include but are not limited to leading a team of estimators, participating in, and implementing win strategies, presenting estimates to executive management and clients, reading and interpreting documents, solicitating subcontractors, analyzing drawings and specifications, value management, reviewing and assisting with proposals, and other duties as required to prepare cost estimates/proposals for various types of work (including self-perform Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail, and special-use facilities. Contracting models include firm fixed price, RSMeans based Coefficients, CMGC, design-build, progressive design build, and IPD. This position will be based in the Kiewit Building Group office in Federal Way, WA. Some travel will be required for pursuits in other geographical regions and offices.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• At least 5 years of estimating experience required
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of estimators and engineers in pursuits to get the work at the right price.
• Task management, strategies, resource leveling, and estimate close out processes.
• Communicating and presenting detailed estimates to executive management and clients.
• Analyzing drawings and specifications to understand the scope of the work.
• Reviewing and assisting with proposals and other documentation to prepare cost estimates.
• Become proficient in Kiewit's estimating program, "InEight Estimate".
• Provide leadership and strategy in subcontractor and vendor selection process.
• Implement and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees