Estimating Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Estimating Manager
Location: Hybrid, Appleton, WI
Company: The Boldt Company – National Power & Industrial
Anticipated Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,200

At Boldt, we build more than complex projects—we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact.

As we continue to grow our Renewables portfolio, we’re looking for an Estimating Manager who brings strong estimating expertise, a collaborative leadership style, and a genuine commitment to developing people.

In this role, you’ll lead both projects and people, guiding renewable energy estimates from preconstruction through constructability while partnering closely with project teams. You’ll oversee and mentor a team of 4–5 estimators, foster open and respectful dialogue with Project Executives and operations leaders, and ensure estimates reflect sound strategy, financial accountability, and real‑world execution. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys asking the right questions, respectfully challenging assumptions, and helping teams deliver successful projects together—while shaping meaningful infrastructure that supports a more sustainable future.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,200 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why We Exist

• Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
• Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
• Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem‑solving, and collaboration.
• Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources—elevating dignity and doing good.

Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt

• Employee ‑Owned : Your work fuels our success—and your future
• Purpose ‑Driven : ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
• Better Together : Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
• Safety First : Everyone home safe—every day
• Career Growth : Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
• High ‑Impact Projects : Complex industrial work that matters
• Lead & Mentor : Learn today, lead tomorrow
• Rich Culture : What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
• High Performance : By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.

At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support—where learning, mentorship, and collaboration power results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are invested in your success.

What You Bring

• Four-year architecture, engineering, construction management or related degree required.
• A minimum of seven years of experience in the construction industry of which includes estimating and project delivery.
• At least five years of leadership experience required.
• Self‑starter mindset
• Strong understanding of the full EPC process
• Exposure to estimating, cost modeling, and financial accountability
• Experience working with estimating tools beyond Excel (WinEst experience preferred)
• Renewables experience strongly preferred

Nice to Have

• Led or contributed to pursuits in the $5–$10M range
• Exposure to self‑perform work, labor rates, and subcontractor cost analysis
• Field experience (Field Engineer background welcome) or post‑award preconstruction exposure
• Ability to think with a field execution mindset and understand schedule and risk drivers

Unsolicited Correspondence

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt‑approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including from agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team.
Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.