Position Summary
The Estimating Manager has the primary responsibility of evaluating bid specifications / drawings, to understand the size / scope of the work and complete a comprehensive project estimate / proposal for all targeted projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, maintain status of and review bid documents, submitting bids and estimates in a timely manner
- Prepare complete, accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
- Assist with execution plans and win strategies
- Prepare a thorough, detailed and well-annotated estimate
- Prepare a thorough, comprehensive proposal, including bid forms and supporting documentation
- Subcontractor & Vendor solicitation and management during preconstruction process
- Participate in peer bid review and contract review for compliance with bid proposal
- Follow-up with prior bid projects on a weekly basis and update status at weekly estimating meeting
- Assist project manager if questions arise throughout the project about the estimate
- Cultivate existing client relationships and work with Business Development in building new relationships and targeting opportunities
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Architecture or Engineering, and / or 5-10 years' experience with estimating, design management and / or field managementIn-depth knowledge of construction principles / practices requiredProven experience estimating self-performed earthwork and / or site utilitiesExperience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, HCSS estimating software, and AGTEK Earthwork preferredExperience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and / or self-perform workSelf-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence othersDemonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstructionStrong communication skills with ability to communicate with varied audiencesMcCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries
ConstructionJ-18808-Ljbffr