Estimating Manager - Excavation & Utilities

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We are looking to hire an Estimating Manager for our Civil Infrastructure Group in St. Louis, MO.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating team for mid-size projects, ensuring accurate cost estimates and clear scope definitions for all components.
• Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify potential risks, opportunities, and critical estimating factors.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and verify that all scope items are covered.
• Analyze historical cost data, market trends, and industry benchmarks to improve the accuracy of cost estimates.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cost database to streamline the estimating process and ensure consistency across projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert in core estimating processes such as earthwork takeoffs, sitework analysis, and other specialized cost estimation areas.
• Oversee and support the use of estimating software tools, including Agtek, HeavyBid, and other relevant programs, to improve estimating efficiency and accuracy.
• Standardize estimating methodologies within the team and provide recommendations for continuous process improvements.
• Assist in formulating preconstruction strategies, budgetary exercises, and value engineering initiatives to align project estimates with financial goals.
• Research and monitor key market sectors (federal, municipal, private) to track potential bid opportunities and market shifts.
• Collaborate with business development teams to assess project feasibility, competitiveness, and win strategies for proposals.
• Support proposal writing with detailed technical content, pricing breakdowns, and estimation insights to ensure compelling and accurate submissions.
• Participate in bid reviews, conduct site visits, and engage in meetings with field leadership to ensure accurate project scope understanding and alignment.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure accurate and timely cost estimates, aligned with project execution.
• Mentor and provide professional guidance to Estimator I team members, helping develop their skills and fostering team growth.
• Drive continuous professional development within the estimating department, encouraging the use of KeeleyU and other resources for leadership and technical training.

 Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of 10 years of experience performing primary responsibilities listed above.
• Experience in self-perform civil construction is required, preference for excavation and utilities.
• Ability to build and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, vendors, and clients.
• Experience using HCSS, Bluebeam.

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