Director of Estimating

Benefits :

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Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Join Our Team as Director of Estimating at Babbidge Construction Company!

About Us :

Since our founding in 1992, Babbidge Construction Company has excelled in managing complex construction projects valued between $1-$20 million in the private institutional and commercial markets.

Our clients have high expectations in terms of service, quality and accountability; and they want a collaborative partner that will truly represent their best interests.

We have an ambitious plan to grow our company and to build a truly great company. We are looking for a leader to fill a critical role within our organization and to play a major role in the future of our company.

Job Overview : As Director of Estimating, you will spearhead our estimating operations to build a truly best-in-class estimating department.

Your role is pivotal in ensuring that we win enough profitable work to meet our company goals; while fostering strong trade and client relationships.

What You'll Do :

Be responsible for the preparation of complete and accurate budgets, estimates, bids and GMPs from napkin sketches to full construction documents.

Utilize your expertise in construction methodology and pricing to provide constructability and value engineering recommendations that create value for our clients.

Identify, develop and help close new project opportunities. Work closely with the marketing and business development team to build our project pipeline, prepare proposals and client presentations.

Work closely with the construction operations team to develop project schedules, logistics plans, etc. and ensure the smooth turn-over of projects to the construction team.

Mentor, recruit and hire members of the Estimating team as needed; and manage to create a cohesive and motivated team.

Develop estimating processes and procedures that ensure consistency and scalability. Develop and track departmental KPIs.

What We Offer :

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Generous paid time off, remote work options, and flexible hours to support work-life balance.

Opportunities for continuing education reimbursement and professional development.

Profit sharing, 401K with company match, and other financial incentives.

Paid volunteer days and an employee referral program to engage with our community.

Tremendous opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications :

Proven track record in successfully estimating complex construction projects from initiation to completion.

Strong team-building, quantitative, and communication skills.

Exceptional time-management and problem-solving abilities.

In-depth knowledge of construction principles, processes, practices, and pricing.

Proficiency in construction estimating software (ProEst, BuildingConnected, Excel, etc.).

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction estimating.

Join Us : If you are passionate about construction management and ready to make an impact in a values-driven organization, we invite you to apply.

At Babbidge, we embrace diversity and equal opportunity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to bring their unique perspectives to our team.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee.

All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Associated Builders and Contractors of Connecticut.

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