Estimating Manager
About the role
The Estimating Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of the bid process for a project. The role involves understanding the deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying resources required, while coordinating with internal teams to ensure compliance with the Request for Proposals (RFP).
Responsibilities
- Leads bid / GMP assembly with minimal guidance; manages all bid day activities including compiling all deliverables and submitting responses
- Prepares detailed estimates at all phases of design; proficient in divisions 3 – 16 (including division 2 for Base Building)
- Manages all bid day activities including compiling all deliverables and submitting responses
- Ledes and coordinates scope writing and qualification development; manages and coordinates divisions 2, 15, 16
- Leads constructability reviews; leads the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists / logs
- Assists with strategy development for GMP’s and competitive bids
- Participates in project meetings and client presentations; attends pre-bid meetings and lead trade partner walk-throughs; leads bid presentations
- Owes responsibility for overall trade partners / supplier coverage and effective communication and management; identifies and aligns the most qualified trade partners for the market sector and scope
- Manages the overall document distribution process (RFI’s, Addenda, etc.)
- Counsels, educates and coaches staff to help them develop necessary job skills
- Builds relationships with trade partners / suppliers, clients and design teams
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- At least five (5) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction
- Experience leading bids and trade coordination
- Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality, constructability and sustainability standards
- Leadership level communication and organization skills
Qualifications
- Technical Job Knowledge
Skills
- Autonomy + Accountability
- Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from managers
- Accountable for work of others
- Business Impact Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and teams company-wide
- Guides, influences and persuades others either internally in other project / departments or externally
- Talent Development May have formal management responsibilities
- Provides feedback to team members
- Adapts plans and priorities to meet project / department / company goals
- Creates opportunities for growth and development of team members
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
- Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Benefits
Davis offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. Davis also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.
The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. Davis reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.