Award-winning Civil Construction firm seeks highly motivated, process-driven, detailed and organized individual to handle preconstruction and estimating services for the firm. Ideal candidate will have 10+ years' experience in Estimating, and 3+ years in Management, coupled with utilities, drainage, concrete, and/or steel estimating experience; highly preferred. This position has opportunity for future growth within the company.  

If offered this position, you would receive amazing benefits to include...

• Competitive Base with Bonus Structure
• Comprehensive Benefits, Medical/Dental and Retirement package
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Collaborative Company Culture with focus on Work/Life Balance

Key Result Areas:

• Oversee the Estimating Department of a self-perform general contractor specializing in the design and construction of elevated tanks.
• Ensure timely accurate cost estimates are produced.
• Implement best practice cost estimating tools, standards, and processes to meet production and project requirements.
• Utilize tools and appropriate analysis to maintain reliable and accurate cost data.
• Monitor and review data to detect and assess cost vs estimate problems.
• Solicit bids and evaluate proposals to ensure compliance with project specifications / budget.
• Manage, coach, and develop a cohesive, high performing cost estimating and administrative team that meets objectives, delivers best practice results, and continuously improves.
• Set department objectives / KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.
• Develop / maintain relationships with internal stakeholders for optimal performance.
• Develop / maintain strong relationships with company vendors and contractors.
• Work closely with the Purchasing team to ensure purchasing strategies are maximized.

Education

• BS Degree in engineering, construction management or related technical field.

Capabilities

• High degree of estimating knowledge and experience in the following areas: water utilities, drainage, foundations, concrete structures, plate steel structures, piping mechanical, fabrication, coatings, electrical, equipment.
• Advanced spreadsheet and estimating tool development capabilities.

Skills/Attributes

• Highly skilled communicator with strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proven management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development.
• Highly developed technical and analytical skills.
• Results orientated and organized with the ability to plan and deliver against deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Project Management skills.