Civil Estimating Manager - Water & Wastewater Construction

Overview

In this Civil Estimating Manager role, you'll lead preconstruction estimating for water and wastewater plant projects from our Phoenix, Dallas, or St. Louis offices. You will develop civil cost models, perform take-offs, and guide GMP estimates for CMAR and Design Build work. The role involves collaborating with engineers and clients, reviewing bids, and shaping project scope through value engineering. It's a chance to influence design and cost at an enterprise level within a dedicated preconstruction team.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage civil cost models and GMP estimates for CMAR and Design Build projects
• Perform quantity take-offs
• Participate in internal estimate reviews and assemble presentation for owners
• Evaluate bids and create scope comparison documents
• Prepare subcontractor scope exhibits and coordinate with subcontractors
• Collaborate with engineers to influence project design
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative pricing
• Clarify scope, materials, and schedules with engineers and owners

Key requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or minimum 5 years of applicable estimating, design management or field management experience
• Self-perform civil experience (preconstruction or operations) preferred
• General knowledge of civil construction and water/wastewater plant projects is a plus
• Understanding of cost models and GMP processes
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and geotechnical reports
• Familiarity with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, and/or On-Screen Takeoff (preferred)
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook proficiency
• Strong math/analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Demonstrated alignment with McCarthy core values and a value-added estimating approach

• Strong communication
• Detail-oriented
• Collaborative
• Estimating and cost modeling
• Quantity take-offs
• Value engineering and alternative pricing