Vice President of Estimating

IAC is a fast-track, high- technology equipment design and fabrication company providing Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts, serving numerous industries. IAC is also an Industrial Design/Build Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) supplier of process equipment for APC (air pollution control), dust collection, hazardous gas emission mitigation, pneumatic material transport, and bulk material handling systems, with over 300 combined years of knowledge and expertise. In addition, IAC provides replacement parts (55,000 +) and new equipment components for Baghouses and Bulk Material Handling Systems. IAC supplies complete engineered systems, as a total turnkey provider, equipment sub-systems, and provides selected new equipment for replacements and new systems. IAC is the manufacturing industry`s Single Source Solution Provider, having delivered countless systems for a wide variety of trusting and satisfied customers. IAC is strategically located in the center of the US in Kansas City, with field offices on the east and west coasts to be responsive to our customers.

Adelphi Construction is a subsidiary of IAC. Adelphi Construction provides clients a full range of capital improvement project work, shutdown, turnaround, and plant maintenance services. Client satisfaction leading to long-term relationships is our corporate goal. Our corporate office is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area (in the same building as IAC with a small yard facility in KC MO), strategically positioned and centrally located in the Midwest to service customers across the USA. Adelphi personnel have an average of over 25 years’ experience in their respective areas. We have learned over the years that performance and quality is realized from experienced staff. Adelphi personnel are hand-picked and seasoned for success. Adelphi personnel strive to improve our performance on each task. An important factor in achieving and evolving improvement is integrating our customer’s requirements on a project-by-project basis with all elements of Adelphi Construction’s work team: project management, engineering, site management, and planners.

Position Primary Responsibilities

Industrial Accessories Company (IAC), OEM for Air Pollution Control and Bulk Storage is looking for an experienced Vice President of Estimating.

Position Overview

Are you a strategic leader in the industrial estimating EPC field with a proven track record in managing complex industrial projects? At IAC/Adelphi Construction, we are seeking a Vice President of Estimating to lead our estimating team and drive the success of our diverse and high-value projects. This role requires a visionary thinker who thrives in a dynamic environment, fostering innovation and efficiency while guiding a team of estimators to deliver accurate and competitive bids. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to win new business, shape operational strategies, and optimize project delivery processes.

Leadership Impact: This high-visibility position allows you to influence major decisions, mentor talent, and shape the future of our estimating processes across various project types.

Diverse & High-Impact Projects: Oversee estimation for complex projects ranging from structural steel to advanced mechanical, equipment installations, ensuring our work meets industry standards and exceeds client expectations.

Client-Centric Focus: As a primary representative for clients, you will cultivate strong relationships, enhancing our reputation and driving successful project outcomes.

Growth-Oriented Environment: We prioritize continuous improvement, professional development, and career advancement opportunities for all our team members.

Innovation-Driven Company: Join us at the forefront of the construction industry, where you will lead efforts in implementing cutting-edge estimating techniques and technologies.

Types of Projects We Pursue

At IAC/Adelphi Construction, we focus on a diverse range of projects within various industries. Our expertise includes cement plants and terminals, turnkey plant construction, equipment installation, and both mechanical and electrical services, along with field labor services. We also pursue opportunities in lime, steel, mining, and minerals, as well as smelting operations, including both primary and secondary smelting. Our capabilities extend to foundries and frac sand projects, carbon black production, and lead/battery applications.

In the food and agriculture sector, we handle projects related to food processing, pet food production, and grain handling. Our work in petrochemical and power generation encompasses ethanol, plastics, wood pellets, biomass power, hemp, and alternative fuel applications. We specialize in environmental control systems such as DSI for controlling SOx, NOx, and HCl emissions, as well as BPAC for mercury control.

Additionally, we manage material handling and storage solutions, which include baghouses, bin vents, filter receivers, cyclones, hoppers, ductwork (both round and square), and support structures, including trusses and stairways. Our expertise in this area also covers miscellaneous steel fabrication, rotary dryers, structural steel, and material handling conveying systems, as well as welded tanks up to 14 feet in diameter.

We are committed to air pollution control (APC) systems, offering thermal oxidizers, pneumatic conveying systems, dry material transfer systems, bulk storage solutions, silos, loadouts, ductwork, supports, and stacks, along with gas stream conditioning and DSI systems. Our team is equipped to manage alloy additive systems, MCC and automated controls, and remote monitoring of equipment to ensure high standards of efficiency and compliance in all projects we undertake.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Oversight: Oversee the entire estimating department, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of competitive estimates for all projects. Foster a culture of excellence and accountability within the team.

Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine estimating processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and competitiveness. Implement best practices that align with industry trends and technological advancements.

Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop long-term estimating strategies that support the company’s growth objectives and project portfolio.

Client Relations & Stakeholder Management

Client Engagement: Serve as the key point of contact for major clients during the estimating phase, ensuring clear communication of project scopes and expectations. Build and maintain strong relationships that foster trust and collaboration.

Vendor & Subcontractor Relationships: Establish and maintain partnerships with key vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and quality services. Negotiate terms to optimize project costs and timelines.

Team Development & Mentorship

Mentor & Develop Talent: Provide guidance and support to junior estimators and team members, fostering their professional growth and enhancing the overall capabilities of the estimating team. Encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Peer Review & Quality Assurance: Lead peer review sessions for estimates, ensuring adherence to quality standards and identifying areas for improvement.

Cost Management & Optimization

Cost Analysis: Utilize historical data and market analysis to inform estimating strategies and enhance bid competitiveness. Drive initiatives to improve cost tracking and analysis methodologies.

Value Engineering: Collaborate with project teams to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. Lead value engineering efforts to enhance project deliverables.

Project Management Support

Pre-Construction Oversight: Facilitate kickoff meetings and ensure seamless transitions from estimating to project execution. Collaborate with project management to ensure successful project delivery.

Change Order Management: Assist project managers in estimating change orders, ensuring timely and accurate pricing of additional scopes of work.

What You’ll Bring

Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience in estimating within the construction industry, with a proven track record of leading successful estimation efforts for complex industrial projects.

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is required; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CEP, PMP) are strongly preferred.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in estimating software and construction management tools, as well as a strong command of MS Office (especially Excel) and project management software.

Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams while building collaborative relationships across the organization.

Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic decisions that impact project success.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in project management and/or construction management
• Ability to read design drawings, structural drawings, and plan sets
• Fast-track building construction experience is a plus
• Experience in heavy industrial construction preferred
• Experience managing budgets for large construction projects
• Basic understanding of contracts and entitlements
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• AutoCAD, Inventor, and Viewpoint Spectrum experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Dust Collection Equipment (Baghouses, Cyclones, Ductwork, etc.), Bulk Material Handling Equipment, Dryers, Piping, Conveyor Systems, and Structural Steel is a major plus
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite products.
• Required Travel: Willingness to travel to jobsites as required. Travel expectations 10-20%