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Senior Estimating Manager

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)
Headquarters, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 May 2026
💰 $175,000/yr($130,000/yr$175,000/yr)

About the role

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Estimating Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of the bid process for a project. This role is responsible for understanding the deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying resources required, while coordinating with internal teams to ensure compliance with the Request for Proposals (RFP).  

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field or equivalent relevant experience 

  • A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction, minimum of two (2) years managing Estimators

  • Experience leading the bidding process for multiple complex projects 

  • Experience with a variety of building types 

  • Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality, constructability and sustainability standards 

  • Leadership level communication and organization skills 

 

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:                                                                                      

  • Leads bid assembly on large, complex pursuits 

  • Applies deep understanding of complex trades such as division 2, 15 and 16 to the estimating process 

  • Maintains trade partner / supplier relationships; leverages trade partner and supplier relationships to inform business decisions  

  • Utilizes knowledge of historical data from estimates / bids to use externally and for internal bid reviews  

  • Utilizes lessons learned from the trade partner buyout process to improve business practices and minimize risk  

  • Leads project meetings and client presentations  

  • Provides oversight and guidance to Engineers / Sr Engineers / Estimating Managers (i.e. risk management, value engineering, constructability, general process, scoping and pricing feedback)  

  • Conducts performance reviews for junior staff 

 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

Autonomy + Accountability 

  • Decisions are made by oneself with limited guidance from managers that affect immediate role and others 

  • Provides guidance and direction to managers and professional staff  

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