Lead Estimator/Preconstruction Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Greenwood Village (CO); Remote; USD 151,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making the world a better place through innovative environmental projects. As a Lead Estimator/Preconstruction Manager, you will play a vital role in preparing detailed estimates for complex water projects. This position offers the opportunity to work with a knowledgeable team, where your expertise in estimating and project management will be valued. With a focus on collaboration and mentorship, you will help shape the future of environmental engineering. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited paid time off, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Floating Holiday

Caregiver Leave

Performance Bonus

Stock Purchase Plan

Deferred Compensation Plan

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams and proficiency in estimating and scheduling.
• Understanding of estimating processes and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for complex water projects from conceptual to detailed design.
• Collaborate with design teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Team Management

Estimating Skills

Quantitative Risk Analysis

Interpersonal Relationship Building

Conflict Resolution

Education

Relevant Degree or Training

Tools

Timberline

HCSS Heavy Bid

MII Estimating Systems

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

@Risk

Excel

Word

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re making our world better with every environmental project, and we know the importance of accurate estimates to the success of these projects. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Estimator/Preconstruction Manager to prepare a wide range of estimates – from conceptual to detailed design – for complex water projects. Based anywhere in the United States, you’ll review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and make site visits to define the scope of work and cost impacts required of the estimate process. You’ll be a key contributor and mentor to a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assisting contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, preparing schedules, and calculating indirect field and owner’s costs. Design teams will also collaborate with you on the quality and amount of input necessary to develop the required level of design build construction estimates. You’ll tap into both your creative and analytical sides in this role as you develop reports and presentations as well as analyze historical data. Bring your attention to detail and desire to grow, and we’ll help you pursue what drives you – so we can tackle challenging environmental projects, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Experience managing a small team
• Proficient skills in the area of current technology (Word, Excel, estimating, scheduling, and database software)
• Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency/risk, knowledge of markup structures, and estimate documentation.
• Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software including @Risk and Primavera Risk analysis.
• Experience using industry estimating software, such as Timberline, HCSS Heavy Bid, and MII Estimating systems.
• Understanding of project scheduling; ability to use Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Able to travel to meet project needs

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have:

• Design Build background
• Water background in estimating
• Able to complete tasks independently
• Adept at interpersonal relationship building and conflict resolution
• Experience mentoring junior staff

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $151,400.00 to $229,020.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.