Senior Estimator

Manhattan Construction Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Positive, team-oriented workplace

Professional development programs

Exciting projects for your community

Security and stability with a strong公司

Multiple U.S. office locations and-aff

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead companywide preconstruction efforts, develop estimates, and drive budgets. This role requires strong communication with clients and internal teams, and a track record of delivering accurate take-offs and competitive bids.

You will establish work teams, solicit vendors, and coordinate with operations to ensure successful project handoffs. Proficiency in BIM, Autodesk software, and takeoff tools, plus a Bachelor's in CM or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of construction industry experience.
• Proven estimating and bid development capabilities.
• Strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish Work Teams and coordinate preconstruction activities.
• Attend client/design meetings and develop bid strategies.
• Solicit vendors and compile take-offs and pricing.
• Lead BIM-based quantity take-offs and reviews.
• Review sublists with operations and ensure scope coverage.
• Support turnovers, owner deliverables, and value management.

Skills

Estimating skills

Preconstruction knowledge

Communication skills

Budget management

Strong math

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Engineering

8 years of industry experience

Tools

Autodesk Software

Takeoff Software

BIM for take-offs

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Why Manhattan?

Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• To work on exciting projects for your community.
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
• More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.

Check out the details in our Career Development Booklet on our website: www.manhattanconstructioncareers.com

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator has a focus on companywide success in adherence to MCC Standards and all preconstruction activities necessary for the preparation and undertaking of all of Manhattan’s preconstruction services. The position is responsible for compiling estimates & driving precon deliverables to budget. The Senior Estimator must be a flexible and adaptable team player and have strong communication and client service skills. In addition, the skill set of owning one’s work & being confident in the message being delivered is crucial to this role.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish Work Teams
• Attends client/design meetings
• Make Assignments
• Solicit Vendors
• Ability to Utilize BIM for Quantity Take-Offs
• Develop Bid Strategies for Projects
• Create Subcontractor solicitation Lists
• Ensure Coverage on All Scopes of Work
• Deliver Constructability Review, System Analysis, and Value Management
• Delegate Scope Assignments
• Assists in the RMP process (ATP - precon forecasters & ATB Reviews)
• Compile & Review all Take-Off and Pricing
• Combine / Review Estimates
• Review all sub-lists with operations team members; Assist in complying with prequalification standards
• Review All Tab Sheets
• Lead Tab Sheet Review
• Assist with Negotiating Subcontracts and Purchasing All Major Aspects of the Project
• Support operations team members in developing a job cost budget
• Manage Turnover or Transition Meetings
• Develop Owner Deliverables; Estimate Summary, Estimate Detail, Clarifications
• Assist in Value Management Exercises
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines

• Knowledge and efficiency in Manhattan software
• Strong networking ability, known in the community
• Strong conceptual estimating skills
• Experience with delivering stellar preconstruction services to clients & managing the budget
• Familiarity with logistics and operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong math/accounting skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Time management skills and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to read drawings and specifications
• Ability to accurately obtain quantities & compile estimates
• Knowledge of Autodesk Software
• Knowledge of Estimating & Takeoff Software

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
• 8 years of industry experience

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Use hands to type, handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or control.
• Occasionally lift, pull, or move up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional travel will be required, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).

About Manhattan

Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Manhattan’s award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a:

• 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
• ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing Contractor
• Ten-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner
• 2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner
• 2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)

Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients’ long-term goals, team members, and project partners. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.