Senior Precon and Estimating Manager - Houston

JE Dunn; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Precon and Estimating Manager to lead the preconstruction process, develop budgets and bids, and support business development with proposals and presentations.

You will oversee project teams, manage client and design-team relations, and may perform self‑perform estimating. A Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering and 10+ years of estimating experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years construction estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads overall preconstruction process with bids, proposals, cost estimates and budgets.
• Prepares and executes project win strategies and presents estimates to support business development.
• Oversees project teams and ensures successful preconstruction execution.
• Manages relationships with clients and design teams during preconstruction.
• Performs estimating tasks including self-perform estimating as needed.
• Creates conceptual budgets and reports project cost history.
• Partners with operations to review risk, scoring and completion.
• Ensures alignment of project business plans with stakeholders.
• Promotes diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn.

Skills

Excel

Presentations

MS Office

Drawings understanding

Estimating software

Revit

Lens

Lean

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Lens

Revit

ASE

Job description

Senior Precon and Estimating Manager - Houston

Location: Houston, TX, US 77057

The Senior Precon and Estimating Manager provides overall direction and leadership for the collaborative preconstruction process and delivery. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Leads overall preconstruction process, resulting in a comprehensive deliverable which includes competitive bids, negotiated proposals, cost estimates, analysis and budgets.
• Prepares and executes project win strategies by preparing for interviews and leading internal and external presentations of estimates and proposals to support the business development process.
• Oversees project teams and ensures successful execution and completion of preconstruction process.
• Manages relationships with key clients and design team contacts during the preconstruction phase.
• Capable of performing estimating tasks as needed, including self-perform estimating.
• Creates conceptual budgets.
• Reports accurate project cost history.
• Partners with operations to review project risk assessment, scoring and completion.
• Reviews project business plan with other stakeholders, such as operations and office leadership, to ensure alignment and profitability.
• Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

N/A

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
• Ability to conduct effective presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Intermediate).
• Proficiency in construction estimating software (Intermediate).
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
• Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
• Knowledge of field operations through project support.
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Intermediate).
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
• Knowledge of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations (Intermediate).
• Ability to develop General Requirements estimates.
• Knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project.
• Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE software.
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Required).
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 10+ years construction estimating experience.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
• May require periods of overnight travel.Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
• Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen.
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above shoulder, Pushing, Pulling.

Benefits

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail].

JE Dunn participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program.