Senior Estimating Manager – Complex Bids & Strategy

Aptitude: Intelligent Integration; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Estimating Manager 2 to lead complex bid efforts in a senior capacity from our Dallas area operations. This role handles bid reviews, plan/spec assessments, and price negotiations with contractors and suppliers to align with our strategy and values.

You will oversee cost estimates, collaborate with project teams, and mentor others while driving profitable bids for diverse data center and construction projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (Preferred).
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• 5+ years estimating experience required.
• Preference for total of 8+ years construction experience.
• Data Center experience (Preferred).

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.
• Implements insurance structures, fees and rates to improve project profitability.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Read drawings & specs

Estimating software

Vendor/bid coordination

Relationship building

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Equivalent relevant experience considered

Tools

Lens

Revit

ASE software

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Estimating Manager 2 to lead complex bid efforts in a senior capacity from our Dallas area operations. This role handles bid reviews, plan/spec assessments, and price negotiations with contractors and suppliers to align with our strategy and values.

You will oversee cost estimates, collaborate with project teams, and mentor others while driving profitable bids for diverse data center and construction projects.