Sr Director, Estimating- (Industrial Construction)

Graywolf • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

GrayWolf is a nationwide heavy industrial construction contractor providing services from design and fabrication through construction and facility management. The Sr. Director of Estimating leads and oversees estimating activities to ensure accurate, competitive, and timely project bids. This role sets the strategic direction of the estimating department in alignment with company goals and regional market demands, manages and develops the estimating team, and serves as a key liaison among estimating, operations, and business development. The position ensures estimates account for realistic costs, risks, and opportunities in support of successful project acquisition, execution, profitability, and growth.

This is a regular, full-time, exempt/salaried position based in Alpharetta, Georgia, or Humble, Texas, and reports to the VP of BD and Pre-construction.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of progressive experience in industrial construction estimating, including 7–10 years in a leadership role.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating across teams and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Strategic thinking and market awareness to anticipate risks and opportunities and adapt estimating approaches.
• Leadership and mentoring skills that foster collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Proven experience managing estimating teams and large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, and cost estimation techniques.
• Experience working with international construction codes and standards.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software for data analysis and cost modeling.
• High proficiency with Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or equivalent.
• Experience with contract review and negotiation.
• Experience with Model Based Estimating.
• Familiarity with project management software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the centralized industrial construction estimating team across regions, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and maintain standardized estimating procedures and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in bid/no-bid decisions and ensure appropriate resources are available for selected pursuits.
• Collaborate with business development and operations teams to prepare comprehensive, competitive bids.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and subcontractor quotes to develop detailed cost estimates.
• Monitor market trends, material costs, and labor rates so estimates reflect current conditions.
• Review and approve estimates before GrayWolf executive review and approval; work with lead estimators and the Proposal Manager to ensure proposals are clear, concise, and aligned with client expectations.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with estimates and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and industry partners to support estimating activities.
• Prepare regular reports on estimating performance, bid results, and market insights for executive leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefit program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed