Estimating Manager – Industrial & Manufacturing: Lead Complex Bids

JE Dunn

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Estimating Manager 2 to review and execute bids on multiple, complex projects within JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities team. The role handles plans/specs reviews, price negotiations with contractors and suppliers, and bid day activities.

You will develop and manage scopes of work for trades, collaborate with operations for constructability, and deliver professional estimates that drive project profitability while maintaining schedules and risk

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (Preferred).
Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals for multiple projects.
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.
Collaborates with operations to provide constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
Improves project profitability opportunities by applying thorough understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
Completes review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements.