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 deliverables and documentation practices

+ Ability to interpret and use contractor/vendor cost inputs as reference information for estimating.

+ Ability to clearly document estimating approach, assumptions and methodologies.

+ Basic understanding of direct and indirect cost components and unit-rate concepts used in construction estimating.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Office 365.

+ Ability to navigate enterprise data systems to support estimating inputs.

+ Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.

+ Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and design teams.

+ Willingness to learn estimating processes, templates, and documentation standards, and to improve estimating consistency over time.

+ Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines…