Estimating Manager

Southland Industries • Pflugerville, TX

71d

About The Position

Direct, coordinate and supervise the estimating group in developing and preparing detailed cost estimates for large mechanical projects.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of corporate objectives, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts
• Outstanding technical and analytical skill
• Excellent decision making/problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent scheduling and time management skills
• Strong MS Office skills and advanced knowledge of construction estimating software programs
• 4-yr engineering degree (or equivalent combination of technical training and experience)
• 10+ years experience in mechanical construction estimating/operations

Responsibilities

• Assist Preconstruction management in determining what types of projects to bid, strategies, techniques, etc.
• Assign estimating work to subordinates. Advise and provide technical support as needed.
• Coordinate with in-house mechanical engineers to resolve design/system conflicts and omissions as well as coordinate overall scope of work during proposal phase.
• Facilitate the RFI Process with General Contractor to receive project information to add definition to complete the estimate.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy and completeness prior to formal quote.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and corporate/client presentation meetings as required.
• Ensure historical data is documented and archived on each quoted project.
• Manage or assist with managing group personnel functions, including staffing, coaching, training, evaluations, etc.
• Provide additional technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc.
• Establish and implement 'best practices' and focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist Integrated Projects estimating staff as requested and when practicable.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
• Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees