Estimating Manager 1 - Advanced Industrial Projects

JE Dunn Construction; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 114,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Vermont is seeking an Estimating Manager 1 to prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. You will develop economical construction methods, manage scopes, and support vendor pricing with a cross-functional team.

The role requires 3+ years estimating experience, a related bachelor’s degree if possible, and strong Excel along with reading drawings. Expect regular collaboration with operations and field staff and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 3+ years estimating experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Presentations

Reading drawings

Estimating software

Team collaboration

Lean knowledge

Self-perform estimating

Education

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

Tools

Lens

Revit

ASE

Job description

JE Dunn Construction in Vermont is seeking an Estimating Manager 1 to prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. You will develop economical construction methods, manage scopes, and support vendor pricing with a cross-functional team.

The role requires 3+ years estimating experience, a related bachelor’s degree if possible, and strong Excel along with reading drawings. Expect regular collaboration with operations and field staff and potential travel.