Construction Estimator - Commercial

Tylent; Nebraska; On-site; USD 80,000,000 - 1,200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tylent is seeking an Estimating Manager 1 to prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, and to develop more economical construction approaches for major projects. The role emphasizes applying company processes and tools to create thorough estimates and deliverables that align with our strategy and values.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in CM/engineering or related field, 3+ years of estimating experience, and proven general construction contracting expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).
• 3+ years estimating experience.
• Worked on estimates from $80M-1.2B.
• General Construction contracting experience.
• Estimates require an audit trail from estimate to estimate.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Works collaboratively and creates relationships with stakeholders such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contracting experience

Bid pricing

Stakeholder relationships

Onsite project support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Job description

The Estimating Manager 1 will prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develop more economical ways to construct projects and provide comprehensive deliverables for major estimates. This position will be responsible for applying the company processes and tools to develop project estimates. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of our company.

Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).
• This candidate should have General Construction contracting experience
• Worked on estimates from $80M-1.2B.
• 3+ years estimating experience.
• Preference for total of 5+ years construction experience.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

ESTIMATING FAMILY - CORE

• Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.