Estimating Manager 1
Company: JE Dunn
Location: Tempe
Posted on: May 22, 2023
Job Description:
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Culture . These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By
hiring inspired people , giving them interesting and challenging
work , enabling them with innovative tools , and letting them share
in the company's rewards , we've found a sustainable way to grow in
our industry for the last 90+ years. Our diverse teams around the
country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places
every day, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our
pursuit of building perfection. Role SummaryThe Estimating Manager
1 will prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated
proposals, develop more economical ways to construct projects and
provide comprehensive deliverables for major estimates. This
position will be responsible for applying JE Dunn processes and
tools to develop project estimates. All activities will be
performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE
Dunn.
- Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine
matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all
exceptions to supervisorKey Role Responsibilities - CoreESTIMATING
FAMILY - CORE
- Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project
plans.
- Reads and outlines project specifications.
- Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate
to estimate.
- Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and
coordination.
- Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to
vendors/subcontractors.
- Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety
of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors,
vendors and clients.
- Gains field operational exposure through onsite project
support, as opportunities exist.Key Role Responsibilities -
Additional CoreESTIMATING MANAGER 1In addition, this position will
be responsible for the following:
- Prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and
negotiated proposals.
- Prepares material and other costs summary for quotes from
vendors.
- Tracks value creation items from development through inclusion
and documents in project documentation.
- Develops and manages scopes of work for all trades, including
responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications,
and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and
subcontractors.
- Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in
project estimates.
- Assists with system analysis of building components and MEP
systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging,
phasing plans, and coordination.
- Coordinates bid day summaries, general requirements and
participates in project procurement presentations.
- Collaborates with operations and field staff to develop more
economical ways to construct projects during the preconstruction
process.
- Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the
completion of each major estimate.
- Improves project profitability opportunities by applying basic
understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
- Provides training and mentorship to others.Knowledge, Skills &
Abilities
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a
timely manner.
- Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
- Ability to conduct effective presentations.
- Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills
(Intermediate).
- Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
(Intermediate).
- Proficiency in construction estimating software
(Intermediate).
- Proficiency in required construction technology.
- Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management
(Intermediate).
- Knowledge of field operations through project support.
- Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
- Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
- Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
(Intermediate).
- Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity.
- Ability to develop General Requirement estimates.
- Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE
software.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team,
internally and externally.Education
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or
related field (Preferred).
- In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant
experience will be considered.Experience
- 3+ years estimating -experience.Preference for total of 5+
years construction experience.
- Valid and unrestricted drivers license required
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
- May require periods of overnight travel
- Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project
needs
- Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme
conditions (hot or cold)
- Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
- Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing,
Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, PullingJE Dunn Construction is
committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud
to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is
our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without
regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital
status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic
information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn
Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.JE Dunn
provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable
accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your
request to -accommodations@jedunn.com JE Dunn Construction Company
does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies.
Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction
without a prior written search agreement will be considered
unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company.
Please, no phone calls or emails.Why People Work HereAt JE Dunn we
offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the
lives of those around themBuilding on our rich history, our
employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our
team-focused environment we do life together and are generously
rewarded for our effortsAbout JE Dunn
Founded in 1924, JE Dunn Construction
is a family and employee-owned general contractor with expertise in
construction management services, design-build, and integrated
project delivery. We deliver transformational solutions to our
clients with certainty of results in our pursuit of building
perfection.
Facts
- 95+ Years of Construction Experience
- 25 Office Locations
- Annual revenues in excess of $4 billion
- Consistently ranked Top 25 of the 400 largest general
contractors nationwide by Engineering News-Record
- Consistently ranked Top 15 for domestic building by Engineering
News-Record
- 2500+ Employee Owners work at JE DunnJE Dunn participates in
the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program.
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