Estimating & Procurement Manager

Metzler Forest Products, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metzler Forest Products, LLC is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead land-clearing project bids, perform takeoffs, and develop accurate, timely cost estimates for clearing, grubbing, grading, and earthwork. You will analyze blueprints, specs, soils reports, and site conditions to price labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with operations and clients, maintain historical cost data, and drive continuous improvement in bid accuracy and profitability

Qualifications

• Understanding of land clearing practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and fully comprehend construction documents.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and negotiating skills.
• Experience with estimating takeoffs and bid preparation.
• Familiarity with budgeting labor, materials, and equipment costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating and bidding function for land clearing operations.
• Provide support to COO and General Superintendent on planning and contracts.
• Analyze project plans and specs to determine bid requirements.
• Perform quantity take-offs for earthwork and related projects.
• Calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, subs, and vendors.
• Produce reports and track cost data for future estimates.

Skills

Estimating knowledge

Supervisory experience

Read construction documents

Interpersonal skills

Bid strategy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Reedsville, PA 17084
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00
SalaryTravel Percentage: Road Warrior
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Construction

Job Summary

The Estimating Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing all estimating of land clearing projects, preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for clearing, grubbing, grading, earthwork, and related projects. This role involves analyzing construction blueprints, project specifications, and site conditions to calculate complete labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs. The role requires performing takeoffs, handling submittals, as well as pulling soils reports and conducting in-field site/neighborhood recon to detect, identify, anticipate, document, and solve for any site-related and access-related risks. The ideal candidate possesses technical knowledge of excavation operations, earthwork math, and heavy equipment capabilities/production rates to ensure profitable and successful project bids. They will regularly collaborate with all staff within other departments in the Company to maintain schedules and achieve goals. In addition, this position will provide leadership and guidance to any direct reports, if/as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating and bidding function for the company’s land clearing operations, including building and maintaining trusted relationships with construction companies, developers, and other land clearing clients.
• Provide consistent and effective support to company land clearing General Superintendent and COO for resource planning, sector reporting (MS-Excel, MS-Planner), and contracts (w/ client & w/ subs)
• Analyze project plans, engineering blueprints, geotechnical reports, and specifications to determine the scope of work and bid requirements
• Perform comprehensive quantity take-offs for earthwork, for clearing, grubbing, grading, earthwork, and related projects
• Calculate precise material, labor, equipment, trucking, and subcontractor costs using industry-standard estimating software
• Determine optimal heavy equipment selection and calculate production rates based on soil conditions, hauling distances, and site constraints
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct on-site inspections to evaluate field conditions, access constraints, and potential project risks
• Identify operational obstacles and develop effective plans estimates and bids for land clearing and construction-related operations
• Develops and maintains high-trust relationships with construction companies, developers, subcontractors, and industry representatives, and project stakeholders
• Support staff with land-clearing-related reporting, tracking, and systems
• Meets with internal executives on a regular basis to discuss markets, forecasts, and develop strategy
• Coordinates with and works effectively with managers
• Maintains knowledge of all project requirements, contract information, and required timelines
• Keeps up to date on current restrictions and procedures relevant to and land clearing
• Maintain a database of historical cost data, fuel prices, labor rates, and equipment production metrics to improve future estimate accuracy
• Coordinates with State and Federal agencies responsible for environmental compliance
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiencies of current policies and procedures and make suggestions on ways to improve
• Produce reports for land clearing projects.
• Keeps up to date on location of equipment and activities at jobsites.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Understanding of land clearing practices and procedures.
• Basic understanding of heavy equipment, construction equipment, and forestry equipment.
• Previous supervisory experience
• Must have proficiencies in Microsoft Office
• Must be able to read and fully comprehend construction documents
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and negotiating skills

Standards

Be Professional:

We set the standard for everything we do. We are committed to high quality service and products. We raise the bar in our industry.

• Demonstrate a commitment to professionalism by continually improving skills, knowledge, and performance.
• Arrive at work on time, prepared, and ready to contribute each day: Pleasant, present, and productive.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment by performing regular housekeeping duties.
• Promote and adhere to company safety protocols with diligence and consistency.
• Contribute positively as a collaborative team member dedicated to organizational success.
• Consistently and effectively work in harmony with all team members, customers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet performance expectations.

Adapt to Change:

We embrace change to stay ahead of the curve. No challenge is too big, we find solutions that work. Diversification and innovation are key to our success.

• Accept constructive feedback with a willingness to learn and make improvements.
• Seek out solutions independently and demonstrate initiative in resolving challenges.
• Stay flexible and responsive to new procedures, technologies, and company needs.
• Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts across departments.

Uphold Integrity:

Trust is the foundation of our relationships. We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. Always honest. Always transparent.

• Take ownership of results and actions, demonstrating honesty and responsibility in all tasks.
• Work safely and responsibly every day to protect yourself and others.
• Consistently follow all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.

Encourage and model integrity and accountability throughout the organization.