Civil Estimating Manager - Water & Wastewater Construction

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil Estimating Manager to join our Water Civil preconstruction team in one of our Phoenix, Dallas, or St. Louis offices.

You will help develop civil estimates for earthwork, sitework, and yard piping on water and wastewater projects nationwide. The role may lead or manage civil estimates and requires strong math, analytical, and communication skills, along with experience reading drawings and geotechnical reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Architecture or Engineering and 5+ years in estimating or design management.
• Experience reading drawings, specs, and geotechnical reports.
• Civil construction knowledge; water/wastewater project exposure preferred.
• Familiarity with estimating processes and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage civil cost models and GMP estimates for CMAR and Design Build projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs for civil scope.
• Assist with internal estimate reviews and presentation preparation.
• Evaluate bids and prepare scope comparison documents.
• Prepare subcontract exhibits and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Collaborate with engineers to influence project design.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Review project documents for value engineering and pricing alternatives.
• Communicate scope, materials, and schedule requirements with engineers and owners.

Skills

Math skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

AGTEK

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Office

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Civil Estimating Manager to join our Water Civil preconstruction team in either one of our Phoenix, Dallas, or St. Louis offices. This role will assist the preconstruction team with all aspects of estimating, including quantity take-off, bidding, and estimate development of the civil scope on water and wastewater treatment plant projects across the country. The Estimating Manager may lead or manage the preparation of civil estimates for these projects which primarily include earthwork, sitework, and yard piping.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage the preparation of civil cost models and GMP estimates for CMAR and Design Build construction projects
• Perform quantity take-offs
• Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate presentation for owner
• Evaluate bids and develop scope comparison documents
• Prepare contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts, and direct information/documents to subcontractors
• Collaborate with internal partners and engineers to help influence project design
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and clients, and represent McCarthy at industry events
• Review of the project documents to identify value engineering suggestions and alternative pricing
• Communicate with engineers and owners to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or minimum 5 years of applicable estimating, design management or field management experience
• Self-perform civil experience (preconstruction or operations) is strongly desired
• General technical knowledge of civil construction, with specific experience in water and wastewater treatment plant projects is preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes, as well as cost model and GMP processes
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports
• General knowledge of estimating software including HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, and/or On-Screen Takeoff is preferable, but not required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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