Estimating manager job description

As Estimating Manager / Chief Estimator you will plan, evaluate and supervise estimate activities for the Virginia district to determine cost efficient quantities and construction practices to reach pursuit, schedule and price goals. As a leader, you will be responsble for providing technical and administrative direction to the estimating team on large pursuits.

Works with operational and business development leaders to determine which pursuits to engage in assigned District.

Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.

Provides technical and industry knowledge towards risk, contract management, owner relationships and vendor or subcontractor partnerships.

Organizes and supervises estimating teams to prepare bids, select vendors or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of project to bid.

Delegates review of project and appropriate regulations required to construct the project to meet disadvantages business requirements and minority participation agreements and reviews work of direct reports to ensure accuracy, innovation and completeness.

Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.

Reviews total estimate of all projects to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal submission.
Participates in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and representation meetings as required. Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Leads Joint Venture (JV) meetings and hand-off meetings between pursuit phase and active project management team to ensure accurate and complete knowledge transfer between the phases. Perform additional assignments per management's direction. Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures. Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team. Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan. Support published corporate policies.


Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required. 15+ year experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred. Experience leading pursuit and estimating activities for large or complex projects. A strong heavy civil design-build background is required in this role. Some previous experience in marine/coastal and/or transit/rail would be preferred. Construction, design, finance and management experience required. Expert knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software. Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods. Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Expert knowledge of best practice and innovative practices to control and reduce pursuit costs, quantities and risk. Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software Communication and interpersonal skills for clear and effective support research, recommendations and pricing. Strong technical writing skills. Time management and strong prioritization skills to meet tight turnaround and bid deadlines.


Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

We are seeking self-motivated, competitive go-getters to join this growing team. You will be working within a remote production-based environment and will be responsible for managing numerous claims for 120+ carriers across the US and Canada.

• Minimum of 5 years of auto physical damage experience with at least 1 year of management experience
• Proven track record of leading high performing teams
• Extensive knowledge of insurance principles and how they apply to appraisal decisions
• Thorough understanding of vehicle repair, parts costs, total loss classification, and fraud detection practices
• Working experience in one or more estimating platforms: Mitchell, CCC One, and/or Audatex
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-based, and results-driven environment
• Desire to thrive in a remote environment ripe with opportunity to advance

Benefits & Perks for Snapsheet Employees

• Work from home
• Competitive compensation
• Company training provided to expand your estimating skillset
• Ability to write claims for multiple carriers and vehicle types
• Growth and advancement opportunities with promotion opportunities quarterly
• Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy
• 4% match on our 401K
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Snapsheet we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Snapsheet is an equal opportunity employer.

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USD75,000-USD100,000

+ Review plans and specification requirements for construction

+ Mark up plans to identify specific work activities

+ Prepare subcontractor scope of work letters

+ Perform basic general estimating duties such as quantity take offs, data input, and preparing RFI's for plan discrepancies and time issues

+ Conduct subcontractor solicitation and negotiations, perform in person (and remote) review of documents and scope of work, coordinate, copy, assemble, and shop bid documents for specific trades

+ File, ship, and process project data information

_MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants._

+ 1+ year Estimator or preconstruction experience with a general contractor

+ Must have bachelor's degree. Preferably in construction focus, but not required.

+ 3+ years of construction experience preferred

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Proficient in Bluebeam and PlanSwift

+ Must be comfortable working in a team environment

+ Must be comfortable working with deadlines

+ Must be able to manage working on several projects at the same time

Our client has extensive project experience in the Municipal/Federal Market, but have a wide vision in the next 5 years with things in the pipeline for commercial, retail, restaurant, health care, education, religious, industrial and multi-family housing market sectors. Their project portfolio features new construction, tenant build-out, interior and exterior renovation. Their past clients include public agencies, not-for-profits, and private corporations.

+ Competitive Base Salary $75K-$100K Base

+ Growth Opportunities

+ 100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

+ 401K Match up to 6%

+ 3 Weeks PTO

+ Profit Sharing

+ $1,000 Home Office Reimbursement

+ Maternity Leave - 8 Weeks

+ Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks

+ $25,000 Life Insurance Policy

+ Paid Virtual Workouts With Personal Trainer