Estimating Manager - Commercial Construction - Oklahoma City, OK

Upgrade Resources; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (1 day/week from home)

Relocation assistance

Interview travel reimbursed

Defined career path to Estimating Mgmt

Full benefits package

Job summary

Upgrade Resources is seeking an Estimating Manager for commercial construction in Oklahoma City. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals, improving constructability, and delivering comprehensive packages for major estimates.

The position requires 3+ years of estimating experience, a related degree, and strong trade partner relationships. Hybrid work includes 1 day per week from home, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in construction management/engineering.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications; proficient in estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals.
• Lead bid solicitation, pricing, and coordination with vendors/subcontractors.
• Develop scopes of work for trades and manage the estimate audit trail.
• Collaborate with operations, field staff, and clients during preconstruction.
• Assist in improving project profitability through cost optimization.
• Provide mentorship and training to others on the team.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

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

Tools

MS Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Job Title: Estimating Manager - Commercial Construction - Oklahoma City, OK

Location: Oklahoma City, OK (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

Ready to lead estimates on major commercial projects?