Commercial Construction Estimating Manager
2 weeks ago
Commercial Construction Estimating Manager | West Des Moines, IA 50266
About the Company
A mid-sized commercial contractor headquartered in West Des Moines, focused on office, retail and industrial builds across central Iowa. Known for efficiency, repeat clients and strong value engineering.
Position Overview
The Estimating Manager will lead the estimating department, ensure accuracy in bids, maintain vendor/subcontractor relationships, oversee cost benchmarking and manage tender processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead estimating team of 2-4 staff, assign scopes, review take-offs
- Develop cost databases and maintain historical cost metrics
- Lead bid meetings, subcontractor pre-bid reviews, and ensure competitive pricing
- Collaborate with project management and preconstruction teams for successful bid submissions
- 8+ years of commercial estimating experience
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Experience supervising staff and managing bid process
- Proficiency with estimating software and take-off tools
Benefits & Work Environment
Competitive salary, health benefits, paid time off, company bonus, and advancement opportunities.
Our client is ready to hire immediately Apply online now, or send your resume and project list to aaron.herzog@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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