Estimating Manager - Commercial Construction - Dallas, TX

Upgrade Resources; Dallas (TX); Híbrido; USD 105 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid schedule: 1 day from home

Relocation assistance

Interview travel reimbursed

Career path to Estimating Manager 2

Annual rewards

Resumo da oferta

Upgrade Resources is seeking an Estimating Manager for commercial construction in Dallas, TX. Hybrid work arrangement: 1 day per week from home. Full-time role with a competitive salary based on experience.

The candidate will prepare complex cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals, coordinate with operations and trade partners, and mentor junior staff. A strong background in MS Excel and construction estimating software is required, with a path to advancement to Estimating Manager 2.

Qualificações

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Established, positive trade partner relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel, construction estimating software, and reading drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, trades, and self-perform labor productivity.
• Ability to conduct effective presentations and communicate clearly.
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
• Willingness to travel overnight and work non-traditional hours.
• 5+ years total construction experience and experience estimating $50M+ projects; Lean or Revit a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Lead vendor and subcontractor bid solicitation, plan and specification distribution, pricing, and coordination.
• Prepare material and cost summaries from vendor quotes and coordinate bid day summaries and general requirements estimates.
• Collaborate with operations and field staff during preconstruction to find economical build methods.
• Provide training and mentorship to others and build strong relationships with teams and clients.
• Improve project profitability by understanding insurance structures, fees, and rates.

Conhecimentos

MS Excel

Reading drawings

Estimating software

Presentation skills

Communication

Trade partner relationships

Cost estimation

Travel willingness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Ferramentas

Estimating software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Estimating Manager - Commercial Construction - Dallas, TX

Location:

Dallas, TX (Hybrid, 1 day per week from home)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$105,000 - $130,000 Annually (based on experience)

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's leading commercial general contractors, with more than 100 years of history building complex projects across the country. The company is known for pairing inspired people with interesting, challenging work and innovative tools.

The organization is built on a simple formula of the best people and the right culture, and employees share in the company's rewards as it grows.

Role Overview

The Estimating Manager prepares cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals, develops more economical ways to construct projects, and delivers comprehensive packages for major estimates. This role applies the company's estimating processes and tools and works closely with operations, field staff, trade partners, and clients.

This search is for an estimator with 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience and strong trade partner relationships. Candidates currently estimating $50M+ commercial projects with a medium or large general contractor are the strongest fit. The role has a defined path to Estimating Manager 2.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Perform quantity surveys from project plans and maintain an audit trail from estimate to estimate.
• Read and outline project specifications; develop and manage scopes of work for all trades, including the responsibility matrix.
• Lead vendor and subcontractor bid solicitation, plan and specification distribution, pricing, and coordination.
• Prepare material and cost summaries from vendor quotes and coordinate bid day summaries and general requirements estimates.
• Track value creation items from development through inclusion in project documentation.
• Apply knowledge of the project schedule and logistics; assist with system analysis of building components and MEP systems.
• Collaborate with operations and field staff during preconstruction to develop more economical ways to build.
• Participate in project procurement presentations and deliver professional, comprehensive packages at the completion of each major estimate.
• Improve project profitability by applying an understanding of insurance structures, fees, and rates.
• Gain self-perform estimating experience and field exposure through onsite project support.
• Provide training and mentorship to others and build strong relationships with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Required Background

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Established, positive trade partner relationships
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel, construction estimating software, and reading drawings and specifications
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, specific trades and scopes of work, and self-perform labor productivity
• Ability to conduct effective presentations and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license
• Willingness to travel, including overnight, and work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• 5+ years of total construction experience, experience estimating $50M+ commercial projects, and knowledge of Lean or Revit are a plus

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full professional benefits package
• Hybrid schedule with 1 day per week working from home
• Relocation assistance possible for the ideal candidate
• Interview travel reimbursed
• Defined career path to Estimating Manager 2
• Opportunity to share in company rewards