Senior Precon and Estimating Manager ( Full-time ) Houston, TX - DK

Central Business Solutions•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Precon and Estimating Manager will lead the overall preconstruction process, delivering comprehensive results including competitive bids, negotiated proposals, cost estimates, analysis, and budgets. This role involves preparing and executing project win strategies, conducting interviews, and leading presentations of estimates and proposals to support business development. The manager will oversee project teams, ensure successful execution of the preconstruction process, and manage client and design team relationships during this phase. The position also requires the capability to perform estimating tasks, create conceptual budgets, report project cost history, partner with operations on risk assessment, and review project business plans for alignment and profitability. A key aspect of this role is to lead, support, and promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, adhering to JE Dunn's policy of non-discrimination.

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.
Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
Knowledge of field operations through project support.
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Intermediate).
Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
Knowledge of MBE (Minority Business Enterprise), WBE (Women’s Business Enterprise), and SBA (Small Business Administration) regulations (Intermediate).
Ability to develop General Requirements estimates.
Knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project.
Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE software.
Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Required).
In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
10+ years construction estimating experience.
Estimating
Preconstruction Experience
Subcontractor Relationships
Direct Commercial Building (Mid-Large Sized)
General Contractor Experience

Nice To Haves

People management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads overall preconstruction process, resulting in a comprehensive deliverable which includes competitive bids, negotiated proposals, cost estimates, analysis and budgets.
Prepares and executes project win strategies by preparing for interviews and leading internal and external presentations of estimates and proposals to support the business development process.
Oversees project teams and ensures successful execution and completion of preconstruction process.
Manages relationships with key clients and design team contacts during the preconstruction phase.
Capable of performing estimating tasks as needed, including self-perform estimating.
Creates conceptual budgets.
Reports accurate project cost history.
Partners with operations to review project risk assessment, scoring and completion.
Reviews project business plan with other stakeholders, such as operations and office leadership, to ensure alignment and profitability.
Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn.
Understands JE Dunn’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.