Estimating Manager

About us Founded in 1984, Northern Dewatering is the Midwest’s premier dewatering and bypass pumping contractor. Built on integrity and customer service, we’ve grown into one of the largest and most trusted companies in the industry. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate all estimating activity across dewatering and bypass projects Review estimates for accuracy, scope coverage, and competitiveness Identify and track upcoming work to maintain a strong and consistent bid pipeline Maintain and manage the bid calendar and deadlines Source projects through bid boards, industry contacts, and existing relationships Organize and distribute plans, specs, and bid documents internally Work directly with estimators and engineers to develop solid, buildable bids Analyze past bids and job performance to improve future estimates Build and maintain relationships with contractors, engineers, and clients Work with leadership to decide what work to pursue and where to stay competitive Continuously improve estimating processes and systems Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience in civil, utility, dewatering, or similar work Understanding of sewer bypass and/or dewatering systems a plus Proven ability to review and tighten up estimates—not just build them Able to manage multiple bids, deadlines, and priorities without things slipping Organized, direct communicator who can work with both field and office teams Comfortable using spreadsheets and standard estimating tools Field or operations background is a strong plus Physical Requirements Primarily office-based work with regular use of a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as needed Occasional travel to job sites, meetings, or client locations may be required Must be able to navigate active construction or industrial job sites, which may include uneven ground, stairs, mud, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions May occasionally be required to lift, carry, or move materials or documents up to 50 pounds Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in writing Benefits Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Vacation, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance. Start accruing PTO on the 1st day. Compensation based on experience, ranging from $90k – $120k based on experience. Paid Weekly! Potential for bonus. Disclaimer The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Dewatering, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law including but not limited to race, color, creed, sex, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, affectional preference, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, honesty testing, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic testing or outside use of lawful products. Northern Dewatering expects all working employees to be drug free and alcohol free. You may be subjected to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, periodic and random, unannounced drug, cannabis, and/or alcohol testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern Dewatering, Inc.