Estimating Manager

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) • Rockville, MD

1d • $105,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Estimating Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of the bid process for a project. The role is responsible for understanding the deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying resources required, while coordinating with internal teams to ensure compliance with the Request for Proposals (RFP).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• At least five (5) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction
• Experience leading bids and trade coordination
• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality, constructability and sustainability standards
• Leadership level communication and organization skills

Responsibilities

• Leads bid / GMP assembly with minimal guidance; manages all bid day activities including compiling all deliverables and submitting responses
• Prepares detailed estimates at all phases of design; proficient in divisions 3 – 16 (including division 2 for Base Building)
• Manages all bid day activities including compiling all deliverables and submitting responses
• Leads and coordinates scope writing and qualification development; manages and coordinates divisions 2, 15, 16
• Leads constructability reviews; leads the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists / logs
• Assists with strategy development for GMP’s and competitive bids
• Participates in project meetings and client presentations; attends pre-bid meetings and lead trade partner walk-throughs; leads bid presentations
• Owns responsibility for overall for trade partners / supplier coverage and effective communication and management; identifies and aligns the most qualified trade partners for the market sector and scope
• Manages the overall document distribution process (RFI’s, Addenda, etc.)
• Counsels, educates and coaches staff to help them develop necessary job skills
• Builds relationships with trade partners / suppliers, clients and design teams

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family)
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability benefits
• annual contribution to your HSA
• annual incentive bonus
• paid time off
• annual holidays
• 401(k)
• Roth
• ESOP
• FSAs
• fertility and family-forming assistance
• continuing education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• on-site fitness center
• parental leave
• company vehicle or an auto allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager