Estimating Manager

Estimating Manager – Wyoming, Michigan

DISHER is currently partnering with a home builder in West Michigan in their search for an Estimating Manager. The Estimating Manager will play a critical role in cost analysis and planning for homes and projects, ensuring financial efficiency and effectiveness. Reporting to the Director of Purchasing and Estimating, the Estimating Manager will oversee the estimating team and workflow within the ERP system, ensuring the development of accurate plans, elevations, and budget.

Additionally, the Estimating Manager will lead the development and integration of new design ideas and cost assessments to offer fresh options to the market. The role also involves strategic planning and process improvement to enhance the team's efficiency and effectiveness.

This growing residential building company has a team of creative and energetic individuals with a vision for designing single-family homes and condominiums. They have a collaborative environment focused on the customers and communities they serve.

• Provide guidance, training, and leadership to team members
• Review base plans and value-engineer designs to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Develop and educate estimators in standard estimating practices and methodologies
• Utilize take-off software to generate precise material needs and quantities for house plans
• Build and manage material lists and contracts for new home plans
• Utilize ERP systems to construct comprehensive budgets for house plans and associated options
• Analyze reports to improve budget accuracy and troubleshoot discrepancies
• Establish pricing strategies that balance market competitiveness with company profitability
• Foster a collaborative team environment while also demonstrating strong self-motivation and initiative
• Develop and implement streamlined processes to optimize workflow efficiency
• Ensure correct vendor and trade partner assignments within designated regions
• Stay up to date with evolving construction technologies and software advancements
• Conduct site visits to assess material usage and installation practices
• Utilize critical thinking to evaluate buyer requests for custom items and determine feasibility
• Analyze closed job margins and budgets to identify areas for improvement
• Develop sworn statements and detailed budgets for homes to be submitted to lending institutions
• Partner with Interior Design and Architecture teams to create well-conceived options with accurate take-offs

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management or in related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction, purchasing, and estimating.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.