Estimating Manager

Role Summary

The Estimating Manager 2 will review and execute bids on multiple or more complex projects. This position will be responsible for all aspects of the estimating and bid process, from review of plans and specifications to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers. All activities will support 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 and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Gains self‑perform estimating experience.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as 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 and documents them in project documentation.
• Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
• Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
• Collaborates with operations to provide constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
• Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
• Improves project profitability opportunities by applying a thorough understanding of insurance structures, fees, and rates.
• Completes review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements; participates in and summarizes bid day activities.
• Applies knowledge of the project schedule to pre‑construction efforts.
• Applies knowledge of subcontractor market and how to prequalify subcontractors.
• Provides system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans and coordination.
• Reviews financial risk to the company and ensures fee enhancements are within estimates, including contract risk; partners with operations to assess and mitigate risk.
• Develops and maintains client and subcontractor relationships.
• Presents and sells estimates and proposals and participates in project 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, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
• Ability to conduct effective presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
• Advanced ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in construction estimating software.
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Intermediate knowledge of the means and methods of construction management.
• Knowledge of field operations through project support.
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Advanced knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
• Knowledge of self‑perform and labor productivity.
• Intermediate knowledge of MBE, WBE, and SBA regulations.
• 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 estimating experience required.
• Preference for total of 8+ years construction…