Estimating Manager - Senior

The purpose of your role as a Senior Estimating ManagerAs Senior Estimating Manager, you will plan, coordinate, and supervise company estimating program providing technical and administrative direction to ensure corporate objectives are met. This position is responsible for the continuous development and improvement of the estimating department including but not limited to the protocols, policies, procedures metrics, historical cost databases and costs models. You will also be responsible for creating and implementing overall strategy of department.Strategic Planning:Establish standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating and will oversee analyses of past performance on projects and establish estimating standards for all future estimates, as well as assist in the oversight of the historical cost database and bid management and estimating softwareActively participate in various corporate strategic initiatives as assignedCoordinates and leads pre-bid strategy meetingsEstablishes protocols, policies, procedures and develop key performance indicators – follows up to ensure executionSources and analyzes competitive bid opportunities in the regionEstimating:Oversee and/or perform estimation process, ensuring team coordinates with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors to estimate projectsOversee and/or prepare estimates utilizing estimating softwareOversee and/or attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as requiredOversee and/or assist/prepare scope/proposal letterReview all final estimate packages to insure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotationAdminister Q-pen system including software upgrades, training and pricing updatesLeadership:Manage division estimating team including recruiting, training, developing, motivating, and mentoringFoster the desired Harris cultureEmphasize a strong safety culture at all timesProvide growth and development opportunities for the team through training and continuing educationOrganizational Support and Relationship Building:Collaborate with corporate and project management to determine what types of projects to bid, strategies, techniques, etc.Participate in presentations to corporate management and clients. May be responsible for closing the “sale.”Initiate and lead project turnover process including turnover meeting, job set-up and pre-planning meetings. Assist project team as necessaryProvide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as requiredWork closely with Superintendents and Foremen; provide job information as necessaryDevelop customer partnerships to generate long term relationships and ongoing opportunitiesEncourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation with clientsWhat we're looking for in you 10+ years of Mechanical HVAC and Piping estimating experience10+ years of knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts10+ years of using Trimble for estimations and take offs5+ years in leading, coaching, and mentoring an estimating teamBachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferredYour life at Harris As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers the stability, resources, and opportunities of a national company along with the team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and enjoy new challenges, we want to meet you. From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, and concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity across multiple regional locations throughout the country.Harris Benefits + Compensation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance401K with company matchVacation time, sick time, and paid holidaysPaid Parental leaveShort Term Incentive PlanVisit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: Pay Range: $105,508 - $158,261 per year The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Job SummaryRequisition Number: CHIEF002844Job Category: EstimatingSchedule: Full-Time