Estimating Manager

Description

Provides Corporate Estimating Support to all districts. Estimating managers are responsible for estimating the cost of projects and materials. They work with a variety of different teams, including construction crews, purchasing agents, and other managers to determine how much it will cost to complete a project or purchase certain materials.

They may travel to job sites and meet with clients, but most of their work is done behind a desk. They work regular hours but may have to put in extra time to meet deadlines.

• Establish preliminary project schedules.
• Managing a team of employees to ensure that work is performed efficiently and effectively
• Estimating materials costs and labor hours needed to complete projects
• Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Coordinating with other managers to ensure schedules are met and projects are completed on time
• Keeping records of all project details and documentation such as contracts, bids, and correspondence
• Primarily an office position. Occasionally, site visits and field project visits are required. Travel to offices and projects in various locations around the country as needed. The following physical activities are often, but not always, associated with site visits:
• Develop initial resource requirements.
• Ensuring that contractors meet safety standards and comply with local regulations
• Reviewing bids from vendors or contractors to ensure they are fair and reasonable
• Prepare quantity take-offs.
• Reviewing progress on projects and adjusting schedules as needed
• Reviewing finished products to ensure that they meet quality standards
• Manage estimators and assistant estimators
• Solicit material and subcontractor pricing.
• Determine initial production rates.

Requirements

• Must be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations
• When on project sites or if performing some types of work or activities, must wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: earplugs, protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel-toed work boots, and high visibility safety apparel.

Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions

• Thorough knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid and Microsoft office.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with vendors, management, and other coworkers, both individually and in front of a group
• No heavy lifting is expected, though exertion of up to 15 pounds of force may occasionally be required
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines
• Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is essential
• Thorough knowledge of company procedure, estimating techniques, all engineering disciplines, cost control systems and accounts required.
• Hearing, vision, and speaking within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information, and to prepare or inspect documents
• Educational and experience requirements include: 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations technical training and/or related experience. 5-8 years estimating, cost control, and/or engineering experience (at least 4 years estimating experience) in similar facility construction.
• Good reasoning ability is important, must be able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business
• Ability to estimate all types of projects/contracts, plus ability to coordinate and supervise group work effort essential.

Benefits

Odin is made up of hardworking people that love what they do. Our philosophy is if you're not having fun with your work, then its time to find something new. Odin will help you take control of your career with new growth opportunities along the way.

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Great Company Culture
• Matching 401k
• ASCE Dues Paid
• Unlimited Paid Vacation
• Exceptional Pay
• Sign On Bonuses
• Great Healthcare Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance