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Estimating Manager

United States, Deforest Employment contract 100000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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Job Description

We are searching for an Estimating Manager on behalf of our client, a well-respected electrical and mechanical contractor in the area. This role is geared toward estimating distribution, transmission and substation construction projects.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop bid schedules in consultation with Department Head
  • Responsible for procuring and returning plans for projects to estimate
  • Prepare project estimates in a timely manner by engaging in detailed and accurate plan take-off, and solicitation of appropriate material, equipment and sub-contractor pricing
  • Update material pricing and labor rates on regular intervals to reflect recent changes
  • Responsible for maintaining the estimating system and software
  • Price change orders on large projects
  • Evaluate bid results to track pricing levels
  • Upkeep project bid database for future reference
  • Evaluate completed job costs against estimated budgeted costs to aid in future estimations
  • Develop 'rules of thumb' estimating techniques and criteria for budget estimating

Requirements

  • Minimum two years technical education in the engineering field, construction management coursework or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline
  • 5 years of prior estimating experience with related construction industry projects
  • Comfortable leading and guiding teams involved with company projects
  • Analytical, problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills
  • General computer skills required with a good working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook and a good understanding of CAD/BIM drawings
  • Comfortable with a wide range of project budgets and estimating 120 – 200 estimates per year based on size

What we offer

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401k + 4% match
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Relocation Assistance

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