Industrial Estimating Manager

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Estimating Manager to lead and oversee the estimating process for industrial construction projects across Virginia and surrounding markets.

This role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of construction pricing, and the ability to manage multiple disciplines such as sheet metal, piping, structural steel, millwright, and other industrial scopes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
• 7+ years of estimating experience within industrial construction
• Prior leadership or management experience overseeing estimating teams or large preconstruction efforts
• Strong understanding of construction methods, project delivery models, scheduling, and cost controls
• Experience estimating projects involving mechanical, electrical, piping, HVAC, or industrial systems strongly preferred
• Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management platforms
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating team for industrial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final proposal submission
• Develop accurate cost estimates, bid packages, labor forecasts, and pricing strategies for negotiated and competitive bid work
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities
• Coordinate with project management, operations, engineering, VDC/BIM, purchasing, and executive leadership throughout the preconstruction process as needed
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, including solicitation, scope review, bid leveling, and final pricing evaluations
• Establish and maintain estimating standards, processes, historical cost databases, and best practices
• Participate in client meetings, design-assist discussions, preconstruction planning, and value engineering efforts
• Support business development initiatives by assisting industrial precon with project pursuits, presentations, and strategic planning
• Monitor market trends, labor rates, material pricing, and industry conditions impacting project costs
• Mentor and develop estimating staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Ensure all estimates align with company objectives, profitability goals, and operational capabilities
• Assist with piping, steel, and millwright estimates as needed
• Additional responsibilities as management deems necessary and appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Multi-discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction management platforms

Job description

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

This role is for an "in office" position. Qualified applicants need to be able to commute daily to ACI's headquarters in Richmond, VA or have plans to move to the area within the near future. This is NOT a remote position.

Position Summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking an experienced and driven Industrial Estimating Manager to lead and oversee the estimating process for industrial construction projects throughout Virginia and surrounding markets. This role is responsible for managing estimating efforts, coordinating with the industrial precon, coordinating with operations and executive leadership, and leading a team of estimators to support the company's continued growth.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, deep knowledge of construction systems and pricing, and experience managing estimates across multiple disciplines including sheet metal, plumbing, piping, structural steel, millwright, and other industrial construction scopes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating team for industrial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final proposal submission
• Develop accurate cost estimates, bid packages, labor forecasts, and pricing strategies for negotiated and competitive bid work
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities
• Coordinate with project management, operations, engineering, VDC/BIM, purchasing, and executive leadership throughout the preconstruction process as needed
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, including solicitation, scope review, bid leveling, and final pricing evaluations
• Establish and maintain estimating standards, processes, historical cost databases, and best practices
• Participate in client meetings, design-assist discussions, preconstruction planning, and value engineering efforts
• Support business development initiatives by assisting industrial precon with project pursuits, presentations, and strategic planning
• Monitor market trends, labor rates, material pricing, and industry conditions impacting project costs
• Mentor and develop estimating staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Ensure all estimates align with company objectives, profitability goals, and operational capabilities
• Assist with piping, steel, and millwright estimates as needed
• Additional responsibilities as management deems necessary and appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
• 7+ years of estimating experience within industrial construction
• Prior leadership or management experience overseeing estimating teams or large preconstruction efforts
• Strong understanding of construction methods, project delivery models, scheduling, and cost controls
• Experience estimating projects involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, piping, HVAC, or industrial systems strongly preferred
• Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management platforms
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience with negotiated, conceptual, GMP, and hard-bid estimating
• Familiarity with design-build and design-assist project delivery methods
• Knowledge of local and regional construction markets throughout Virginia and the Southeast
• Experience working with large-scale commercial, industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, mission critical, or institutional projects

Travel applicable: not typically overnight

Supervisory Responsibility

Yes

Work Environment

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position will require visits to industrial work sites; ability to navigate project sites and wear necessary PPE.

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Industrial Estimating Manager