Manage the estimating team and processes to produce detailed cost estimates for construction projects. Develop standards, methodologies, and workflows; analyze plans and specifications to identify labor, materials, equipment, and services; use historical data and estimating tools; communicate with stakeholders; train staff and pursue process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Manages the estimating function and develops standards, procedures, tools, and methodologies to produce cost estimates for technical projects based on work scope, specifications, and proposal or contract requirements. Establishes processes to perform analysis of project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements. Incorporates benchmark data, trends, and historical pricing to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations. Implements a workflow and system for scheduling and processing estimate requests and communicating with stakeholders. Depending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provide oversight of the estimating team and assign projects based on skill and workload
- Establishes processes to perform analysis of project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements.
- Implements a workflow and system for scheduling and processing estimate requests and communicating with stakeholders
- Work cross-functionally to ensure customer expectations are met and estimating process is supporting business objectives
- Consistently seek out process and system improvements to gain efficiency and reduce operating costs
- Ensure team is properly trained on any processes and current regulatory requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Highly proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, correspondence, bills of materials drawings, and procedure manuals.
- Strong excel skills including the ability to interpret complex formulas
- Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of estimating experience in construction industry, metal buildings experience highly preferred
- Associate’s degree in engineering or other related field
- 1-3 years of supervisory experience required
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