Estimating Manager 1 64058

SOMERSET STAFFING

United States

On-site

USD 110,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Relocation assistance

Full benefits

Job summary

J.E. Dunn Construction is seeking an Estimating Manager 1 to prepare cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals, while developing economical construction methods and comprehensive deliverables for major estimates.

You will apply company processes and tools to develop project estimates, supporting the strategy and values of our organization. The role offers opportunities for advancement, collaboration with a broad stakeholder network, and exposure to complex projects across the U.S.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field; equivalent relevant experience considered.
3+ years estimating experience; 5+ years construction experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license; occasional travel; may require non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

Perform quantity surveys of materials from project plans.
Read and outline project specifications and maintain audit trails.
Support pricing with vendors and subcontractors.
Coordinate bid day summaries and procurement presentations.
Collaborate with project teams and field staff to improve estimates.

Skills

Quantity survey

MS Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Lean process

Education

Bachelor's in construction management

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Estimating software

Revit

Lens

Job description

Job Description

Industry: Construction & Trades - Other

Job Category: Miscellaneous - Architect / Building Contractors

Job Details

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind the company's success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company s rewards, we ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day, and we need inspired people like you to join us in building authentic partnerships.

Role Summary

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.

Autonomy and Decision Making

Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor

Career Path

Estimating Manager 2

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 self-perform estimating experience.
Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

ESTIMATING MANAGER 1

In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:

Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
Prepares material and other costs summary for quotes from vendors.
Tracks value creation items from development through inclusion and documents in project documentation.
Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
Assists with system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination.
Coordinates bid day summaries, general requirements and participates in project procurement presentations.
Collaborates with operations and field staff to develop more economical ways to construct projects during the preconstruction process.
Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
Improves project profitability opportunities by applying basic understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
Provides training and mentorship to others.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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.
Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
Knowledge of field operations through project support.
Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Intermediate).
Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE software.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Education

Bachelor s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).

In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

3+ years estimating experience.

Preference for total of 5+ years construction experience.

Working Environment

Valid and unrestricted driver's license required

Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds

May require periods of overnight travel

Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs

Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)

Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Our company is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Our company is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Our company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.com

Our company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of our company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

*For this opportunity, our Construction will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.) *

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