Construction Estimating Manager - Power & Industrial Projects

Job Description

Job Description

Would you like to be part of a company that is employee owned? We invite you to consider joining WYATT.

The Estimating Manager role oversees estimating and preconstruction activities for complex power generation, renewable energy, manufacturing, data center, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and industrial construction projects. The Estimating Manager is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, managing bid strategy, evaluating project risks, and partnering with engineering, operations, procurement, and business development teams to secure profitable work and support successful project execution

ABOUT WYATT

Since 1913, WYATT has been a trusted leader in heavy mechanical construction, turnaround services, maintenance, and capital projects. For more than a century, we have safely delivered complex projects across the refining, petrochemical, industrial, and power sectors through skilled craftsmanship, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to safety. As an employee-owned company, we take pride in building lasting relationships with our customers while creating opportunities for our employees to grow and succeed.

DAY IN THE LIFE

As the Estimating Manager, you will lead the preparation, review, and delivery of comprehensive construction cost estimates and competitive proposals for industrial, power, renewable energy, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and data center projects. A typical day includes collaborating with business development, engineering, procurement, and operations teams to evaluate project opportunities, develop bid strategies, analyze labor productivity, review subcontractor pricing, assess project risks, and ensure estimate accuracy and constructability. You will facilitate bid reviews, present estimates to executive leadership and clients, support project execution planning, and guide informed bidding decisions based on market conditions, site logistics, labor availability, and contract requirements. In addition, you will mentor estimating professionals, improve estimating processes and cost databases, and help drive business growth by securing profitable projects that contribute to long-term organizational success.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of technical training and relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of construction estimating, preconstruction, or project management experience supporting industrial and commercial construction projects.
• Experience in industrial and power construction environments.
• Experience leading estimating teams and managing multiple concurrent bid opportunities.
• Experience with Lump Sum, Fixed Fee, and Time & Material contract structures.
• Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, labor productivity analysis, indirect cost modeling, and project execution planning.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, structural, civil, piping, electrical, and process systems associated with industrial and mission-critical facilities.
• Ability to evaluate subcontractor markets, supply-chain conditions, labor availability, and regional construction trends.
• Strong leadership, team development, collaboration, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

BENEFITS

WYATT provides a comprehensive benefits package. Our 401(k) includes an employer match and annual non-elective contribution. We offer medical coverage with an employer contribution toward an HSA, company-paid dental coverage and Short-Term Disability, vision coverage, fitness reimbursement, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career with a successful employee-owned organization.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this position, simply click the Apply button to get started. The application takes less than five minutes to complete, and your information will be sent directly to our recruiting team.

WYATT is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, including, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

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