Senior Technical Manager, Estimating

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a [Senior Technical Manager, Estimating] to join our Estimating team. This individual will report to our client's office in Amarillo, TX (Hybrid 2 times per week). Employees may travel to a WSP office (Fort Worth, TX) for periodic meetings.

The Senior Technical Manager, Estimating contributes to the development of cost estimates for a range of infrastructure and building projects by applying established knowledge of estimating methods and construction practices. This role performs quantity take-offs, supports pricing and scope analysis, and assists with developing detailed cost data in alignment with client and project requirements. With guidance, the position begins to take responsibility for discipline-specific estimating tasks and deliverables.

The position supports to estimate development and review activities that inform planning and decision making, with a focus on consistency, transparency, and adherence to defined estimating standards.

Your Impact

* Interpret project specifications, drawings, and scope documentation to identify relevant cost components.

* Perform quantity take-offs for multiple construction disciplines, including civil, structural, architectural, and mechanical systems.

* Input and maintain estimate information using approved estimating software and templates.

* Research and apply appropriate labor and material cost information based on location, project type, and duration.

* Assist in the preparation of detailed cost breakdowns appropriate to the phase of work.

* Contribute to the development of direct and indirect cost estimates for construction work.

* Support the review and validation of subcontractor and vendor quotes.

* Coordinate with discipline leads, designers, and engineers to clarify design assumptions and construction methods.

* Develop cost comparisons and variance reports to evaluate alternatives and value engineering options.

* Track estimate versions and maintain organized documentation for internal review and audit purposes.

* Assist with the creation of scope clarifications, inclusions, and exclusions for bid proposals.

* Support the development of unit pricing, productivity rates, and escalation factors in estimate development.

* Participate in internal estimate reviews and provide input on cost drivers and risk areas.

* Perform site visits or attend pre-bid meetings as needed to support estimating tasks.

* Ensure compliance with corporate standards, estimating procedures, and client-specific requirements.

* Maintain records of assumptions, methods, and reference data used in each estimate.

* Assist in the evaluation of historical project data to support benchmarking and cost validation.

* Contribute to cost modeling and early-stage budgeting efforts for feasibility studies or conceptual designs.

* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of estimates.

* Analyze historical project cost data to identify trends, ratios, and cost drivers that support estimate development.

* Participate in training, development, and process improvement initiatives to enhance estimating capability.

* Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

* Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or a closely related discipline, or proven equivalent experience.

* 9 to 11 years of relevant post education experience in estimating or related areas.

* Proficiency in construction estimating fundamentals, including quantity-based estimating.

* Proficiency with estimating and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel and estimating software (e.g., InEight, RSMeans, Bluebeam or similar)

* Ability to review and interpret construction documents, specifications, and technical drawings.

* Understanding of labor productivity concepts and cost build-up principles used in construction estimating.

* Working knowledge of standard estimating…