Senior Mechanical Estimating Manager — Employee-Owned

Southland Industries; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life, AD&D insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal"

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries in Pflugerville, TX, seeks a Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager to direct the estimating group for large mechanical projects. You will coordinate with engineers, manage bid strategies, review packages, and drive best-practice processes.

The role requires 10+ years in mechanical construction estimating/operations, strong leadership, and excellent analytical skills. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a robust benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-yr engineering degree (or equivalent combination of technical training and experience).
• 10+ years experience in mechanical construction estimating/operations.
• Thorough knowledge of corporate objectives, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts.
• Outstanding technical and analytical skill.
• Excellent decision making/problem solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent scheduling and time management skills.
• Strong MS Office skills and advanced knowledge of construction estimating software programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate and supervise the estimating group in developing and preparing detailed cost estimates for large mechanical projects.
• Assist Preconstruction management in determining what types of projects to bid, strategies, techniques, etc.
• Assign estimating work to subordinates. Advise and provide technical support as needed.
• Coordinate with in-house mechanical engineers to resolve design/system conflicts and omissions as well as coordinate overall scope of work during proposal phase.
• Facilitate the RFI Process with General Contractor to receive project information to add definition to complete the estimate.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy and completeness prior to formal quote.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and corporate/client presentation meetings as required.
• Ensure historical data is documented and archived on each quoted project.
• Manage or assist with managing group personnel functions, including staffing, coaching, training, evaluations, etc.
• Provide additional technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc.
• Establish and implement "best practices" and focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist Integrated Projects estimating staff as requested and when practicable.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Mechanical construction

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Southland Industries in Pflugerville, TX, seeks a Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager to direct the estimating group for large mechanical projects. You will coordinate with engineers, manage bid strategies, review packages, and drive best-practice processes.

The role requires 10+ years in mechanical construction estimating/operations, strong leadership, and excellent analytical skills. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a robust benefits package and growth opportunities.