We are searching for a focused Director of Estimating to join our cohesive team at JRG Partners in Columbus, OH.
Growing your career as a Full-Time Director of Estimating is a fantastic opportunity to develop necessary skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, project management and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Director of Estimating at JRG Partners today!
Our client is a leading commercial construction company and are seeking an experienced Director of Estimating to join their dynamic team.
Responsibilities:
- Direct Report: Reports to the Executive Vice President of Operations and provides quarterly reports to the firm's Executive Committee.
- Lead and manage the estimating team: Provide preconstruction leadership for two offices. Provide leadership to Chief Estimators and assigned discipline estimators, coaching, and mentorship to ensure the team delivers high-quality estimates that meet project deadlines and budget constraints.
- Develop and implement standardized estimating procedures: Establish and maintain robust estimating processes and methodologies, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all projects.
- Oversee the estimating process for all projects: Manage the complete estimating lifecycle, from initial pre-construction services to final bid preparation, for both Bid-Build and Conceptual Design Development projects.
- Analyze project plans and specifications: Conduct a thorough review of project plans, specifications, and other bid documents to ensure a complete understanding of scope and requirements.
- Prepare detailed and accurate estimates: Develop comprehensive estimates that consider all project costs, including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and project contingencies.
- Identify and manage project risks: Proactively identify and assess potential project risks, developing strategies to mitigate their impact on cost and schedule.
- Maintain and manage historical cost data: Oversee the curation of a comprehensive historical cost database, leveraging it to inform future estimates and improve cost forecasting accuracy. Maintain cost database for master unit pricing to consider market events and forecasted escalation.
- Master a variety of estimating software: Utilize advanced estimating software to perform quantity takeoffs, generate cost breakdowns, and create professional bid packages.
- Collaborate with internal teams: Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and other internal stakeholders to ensure estimates reflect project requirements and align with overall project goals.
- Presentations: Participates in project pursuits to include presentations and interviews to win work.
- Maintain proficiency in industry trends and best practices: Stay current on industry trends, construction methods, and cost-estimating best practices, continuously improving the efficiency and accuracy of the estimating process.
- Prepare and present estimates to clients: Articulate complex estimates to clients in a clear, concise, and professional manner, fostering trust and confidence during the bid proposal process.
- Contribute to continuous improvement: Continuously analyze performance and identify opportunities to enhance estimating practices, promoting innovation and cost-effectiveness.
Qualifications:
Benefits of working as a Director of Estimating in Columbus, OH:
● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Leading Industry Pay