Estimating Manager 2, Industrial Manufacturing Construction

About the Role

The Estimating Manager 2 will review and execute bids on multiple and/or more complex projects, managing all aspects of the estimating and bid process. This role supports the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn, working collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Distributes plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Builds relationships with project team members, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Gains self-perform estimating experience and field operational exposure.
• Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Tracks value creation items and documents in project documentation.
• Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix and pricing coordination.
• Utilizes project schedule and logistics knowledge in estimates.
• Collaborates with operations on constructability and coordination reviews.
• Provides professional deliverables at the completion of major estimates.
• Improves project profitability by understanding insurance structures, fees, and rates.
• Reviews and executes bid forms, bid bonds, and participates in bid day activities.
• Applies subcontractor market knowledge and prequalifies subcontractors.
• Provides system analysis of building components and MEP systems.
• Reviews financial risk and ensures fee enhancements are within estimates.
• Develops and maintains client and subcontractor relationships.
• Presents and sells estimates and proposals.
• Coordinates feasibility studies on life-cycle costs of building systems.
• Leads efforts to assemble, analyze, and store project cost history.
• Provides training and mentorship to others.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (Intermediate)
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Advanced)
• Proficiency in construction estimating software (Advanced)
• Knowledge of construction management means and methods (Intermediate)
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Understanding of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations (Intermediate)
• Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
• Proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE software.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.

Working Environment

• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• May require periods of overnight travel and non-traditional hours.
• Normal office environment with potential exposure to extreme conditions.
• Frequent sitting and computer screen viewing; occasional standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may remain posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position is cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and are a background screening, drug-free workplace.