Estimating Manager - Civil Construction at Castle Contracting

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 management
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Proven experience estimating self-performed earthwork and/or site utilities
• Experience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, HCSS estimating software, and AGTEK Earthwork preferred
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence others
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with varied audiences.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.