Estimating Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead scope development, budgeting, estimating and bid coordination for design-build projects. You will work with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to develop accurate proposals and ensure on-time completion within budgets.

The ideal candidate brings strong estimating skills, practical leadership experience, and the ability to build reliable subcontractor networks across multiple work regions. Travel to project sites is frequent.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent, six months to one year of related experience or training.
• PMP designation.
• Ability to interpret technical procedures, business documents, regulations, drawings, and schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports and presentations.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry, trig and statistics to practical situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing project requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of Appx Accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work and budgets for design-build projects.
• Prepare detailed estimates including general conditions and subcontractor pricing.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors, vendors and suppliers through email and The Blue Book.
• Expand and maintain subcontractor and vendor networks across regions.
• Maintain a shared Dropbox site for bid documents access.
• Communicate project requirements and clarify scope with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Develop Excel spreadsheets aligned with project bid forms.
• Create and improve estimating spreadsheets to streamline takeoffs and cost calculations.
• Coordinate project activities to meet objectives, schedules and funding.
• Resolve estimating, coordination and personnel issues as needed.

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

PMP designation

Tools

Excel

Word

Appx Accounting

Job description

Estimating Manager

We are seeking an Estimating Manager to lead scope development, budgeting, estimating, and bid coordination for design-build projects. This role works closely with subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to develop accurate proposals and support successful project execution within established schedules and budgets.

The ideal candidate brings strong estimating skills, practical leadership experience, and the ability to build reliable subcontractor and supplier networks across multiple work regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work and budgets for design-build projects.
• Prepare detailed estimates, including general conditions, subcontractor pricing, materials, and other project costs.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers through email outreach and The Blue Book.
• Expand and maintain subcontractor and vendor networks across various work regions.
• Maintain a shared Dropbox site so prospective bidders can access current bid documents.
• Communicate project requirements and clarify scope with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Develop Excel spreadsheets aligned with project bid forms.
• Create and improve estimating spreadsheets to streamline quantity takeoffs and cost calculations.
• Coordinate project activities to help achieve established objectives, schedules, and funding requirements.
• Resolve estimating, project coordination, and personnel issues as needed.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Manage 3–5 subordinate supervisors overseeing approximately 20–50 employees.
• Provide overall direction, coordination, and performance oversight.
• Interview, hire, train, and develop employees.
• Plan and assign work, evaluate performance, recognize contributions, and address performance concerns.
• Resolve employee complaints and workplace issues in accordance with company policies and applicable requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a college or technical school; six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
• Ability to interpret technical procedures, business documents, regulations, drawings, and schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing reports and presenting information to managers, clients, and project teams.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry, trigonometry, and statistical concepts to practical situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through changing project requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of accounting and manufacturing software, including Appx Accounting.

Travel & Work Environment

Frequent travel to project sites and shops is required, including extended time on-site as needed.

Work includes office, shop, and field environments, with exposure to moving mechanical equipment, outdoor weather conditions, and occasional elevated work areas. Noise levels are generally moderate.

Physical Requirements

The position regularly requires walking, using hands, reaching, and communicating. Duties frequently involve standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color recognition, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Brad Knott