Estimating Manager - Low Voltage

Overview

Role:
Estimating Manager
2. Responsible for reviewing and executing bids on multiple and/or more complex projects. Supports all aspects of the estimating and bid process, from plan/spec review to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers, aligned with JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values.

• 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.
• Supports distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders, including project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Gains self-perform estimating experience and field operational exposure through onsite project support where opportunities exist.

• Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals for multiple projects.
• Prepares material and other cost summaries for quotes from vendors.
• Tracks value-creation items from development through inclusion in project documentation.
• Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix, plans/spec distribution, pricing, bid solicitation, and coordination for vendors/subcontractors.
• Uses project schedule and logistics knowledge in project estimates.
• Collaborates with operations for constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
• Delivers professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of major estimates.
• Improves project profitability by applying understanding of insurance structures, fees, and rates.
• Completes review and execution of bid forms and bid bonds; participates in bid day activities.
• Applies project schedule knowledge to preconstruction efforts.
• Applies subcontractor market knowledge and prequalification of subcontractors.
• Provides system analysis of building components and MEP systems; assists operations with project logistics, staging, and phasing plans.
• Reviews financial risk to the company and ensures fee enhancements are within estimates; partners with operations to assess and mitigate risk.
• Develops and maintains client and subcontractor relationships.
• Presents and sells estimates and proposals; participates in procurement presentations.
• 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.

• Ability to perform work accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verbal and written communication skills (Intermediate).
• Ability to conduct effective presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on Excel (Intermediate).
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Advanced).
• Proficiency in construction estimating software (Advanced).
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Knowledge of construction management means and methods (Intermediate).
• Knowledge of field operations through project support.
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Advanced).
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
• Knowledge of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations (Intermediate).
• Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
• Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE software.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

• 5+ years…