Strategic Estimating Lead — Bids & Proposals

Castle Contracting; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Contracting in Omaha, NE seeks an Estimating Manager to evaluate bid specs and drawings, develop a comprehensive project estimate and proposal for targeted projects.

Responsibilities include preparing bid documents, quantity take-offs, subcontractor management and supporting win strategies in preconstruction; strong Excel and estimating software experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture or engineering or 5+ years estimating experience.
• Proven knowledge of construction principles and practices.
• Experience estimating earthwork and site utilities; subcontractor management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and review bid documents; submit bids and estimates timely.
• Create complete quantity take-offs for estimates.
• Assist with execution plans and win strategies.
• Prepare thorough estimates and detailed proposals with supporting docs.
• Solicit and manage subcontractors and vendors during preconstruction.

Skills

Self-starter

Strong communication

Trust and influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

On-Screen Take-Off

HCSS estimating software

AGTEK Earthwork

Job description

Position Summary

The Estimating Manager has the primary responsibility of evaluating bid specifications/drawings, to understand the size/scope of the work and complete a comprehensive project estimate/proposal for all targeted projects.

Position Summary

The Estimating Manager has the primary responsibility of evaluating bid specifications/drawings, to understand the size/scope of the work and complete a comprehensive project estimate/proposal for all targeted projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain status of and review bid documents, submitting bids and estimates in a timely manner
• Prepare complete, accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
• Assist with execution plans and win strategies
• Prepare a thorough, detailed and well-annotated estimate
• Prepare a thorough, comprehensive proposal, including bid forms and supporting documentation
• Subcontractor & Vendor solicitation and management during preconstruction process
• Participate in peer bid review and contract review for compliance with bid proposal
• Follow-up with prior bid projects on a weekly basis and update status at weekly estimating meeting
• Assist project manager if questions arise throughout the project about the estimate
• Cultivate existing client relationships and work with Business Development in building new relationships and targeting opportunities
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or minimum of 5 years' experience with estimating, design management and/or field management
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Proven experience estimating self-performed earthwork and/or site utilities
• Experience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, HCSS estimating software, and AGTEK Earthwork preferred
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence others
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with varied audiences.
  
  

Castle Contracting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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