Manager I of Estimating - Storage

DH Blattner•Avon, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manager I – Estimating (Storage), you will lead the preconstruction and estimating efforts for utility-scale battery energy storage projects from the earliest stages of project development through handoff to the construction team. A typical day involves managing estimating teams, reviewing project scopes and technical requirements, coordinating bid strategies, and ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with client expectations. You'll work closely with engineering, procurement, project management, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to evaluate risks, identify opportunities, and develop winning proposals. In addition to overseeing bid preparation and contract negotiations, you'll play a key role in creating a seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution by coordinating handoffs, vendor relationships, and project setup activities. This role also drives continuous improvement of estimating processes, systems, and best practices while mentoring team members and supporting the growth of Blattner's energy storage business.

Requirements

5 or more years of applicable preconstruction and/or construction experience or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience in estimating, project management, contract negotiations and sound construction methods; with an emphasis on safety and quality.
Bachelor’s degree in construction related discipline.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from development through construction.
Strong understanding of preconstruction, estimating, procurement, and project handoff processes.
Experience developing conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates for large-scale energy infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Lead the preconstruction and estimating efforts for utility-scale battery energy storage projects.
Manage estimating teams.
Review project scopes and technical requirements.
Coordinate bid strategies.
Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with client expectations.
Work closely with engineering, procurement, project management, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to evaluate risks, identify opportunities, and develop winning proposals.
Oversee bid preparation and contract negotiations.
Create a seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution by coordinating handoffs, vendor relationships, and project setup activities.
Drive continuous improvement of estimating processes, systems, and best practices.
Mentor team members and support the growth of Blattner's energy storage business.
Display personal and professional ethics and comply with and enforce company policies and procedures during project estimates, including utilizing company estimating software, performing bid reviews, etc.
Take personal responsibility to ensure that a quality bid has been produced.
Develop department strategy and vision with regular reporting of relevant industry precedents and procedures.
Advise and support Manager Estimating with estimate planning in preparation for project pre-bid meeting, schedule creation, and proposal preparation.
Support the Director of Estimating and Vice President, Procurement to develop Mega project review document for Executive approval(s).
Supervise and provide development of subordinates through mentoring, formal training and exposure to diverse work experiences.
Verify that the team identifies and calculates cost of project quality and safety requirements (training, PPE) and determines JHA risks and includes costs in estimates.