Estimating Manager

Company Overview

P&E Constructors is an employee-owned (ESOP) mechanical and electrical construction firm executing large capital projects with deep roots in the industrial construction sector. Since 1946, we’ve delivered fabrication and installation services with a commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and client-focused solutions.

Position Overview

The Estimating Manager is responsible for leading the Estimating Department and overseeing the development and delivery of accurate, competitive, and comprehensive project bids and estimates. Reporting to the VP of Preconstruction, this role provides leadership and direction to estimating teams, establishes and governs estimating processes and best practices, and ensures consistency, accuracy, and accountability across all pursuits. The Estimating Manager also oversees estimating resources, tools, historical cost data, productivity benchmarks, estimate methodologies, and turnover to operations while partnering with project teams, clients, and executive leadership throughout the preconstruction process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Estimating Department, including people, processes, resources, tools, and overall department performance
• Assign estimating resources based on project requirements, workload, expertise, and pursuit priorities
• Develop, maintain, and improve estimating tools, templates, historical cost data, productivity benchmarks, and best practices
• Provide guidance to Estimating Leads on RFP requirements, scopes of work, project requirements, client requirements, and bid requirements
• Review and approve estimate approaches, methodologies, and estimate plans to ensure consistent and effective estimating practices
• Participate in proposal and estimate kickoff meetings, pre-reviews, and executive reviews to support the development and presentation of competitive bids
• Oversee the development of Design-Build, EPC, Lump Sum, Time & Material, Unit Rate, and Conceptual estimates, including Basis of Estimate narratives and comprehensive clarifications, exclusions, and inclusions
• Evaluate productivity impacts and validate key estimating metrics based on project, client, market, and execution requirements
• Drive the use of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) principles in bids and estimates where applicable
• Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, competitive, and aligned with project execution strategies and constructability requirements
• Support the College Intern Program through mentoring, training, and development of future estimating professionals
• Collect, maintain, and utilize project closeout and historical data to improve future estimate accuracy and consistency
• Review and approve estimate turnover packages following project award and facilitate commercial handoff meetings with Operations
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to estimating personnel with varying levels of experience and across multiple disciplines
• Promote continuous improvement, accountability, and consistency throughout the estimating process and across all company pursuits

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 15+ years of project estimating experience, preferably supporting projects ranging from $10 million to $250 million
• 5+ years of experience managing an estimating team, preferably with responsibility for 12–20 personnel
• Experience estimating projects across multiple contracting and delivery methods, including Design-Build, EPC, Lump Sum, Time & Material, Unit Rate, and Conceptual
• Experience in one or more industrial markets such as Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Refining, LNG, Power, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Microchips, or EV Battery
• Multi-discipline estimating experience preferred, including equipment setting, structural steel, plumbing, process piping fabrication and installation, HVAC, electrical power distribution, and instrumentation/process controls
• Strong knowledge of estimating methodologies, constructability, project execution strategies, and Advanced Work Packaging (AWP)
• Experience developing Basis of Estimate narratives and comprehensive clarifications, exclusions, and inclusions
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor, train, and direct estimating professionals with varying levels of experience
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, time management, presentation, interpersonal, and technical writing skills
• Ability to apply sound estimating judgment when project documentation is incomplete, unclear, or inconsistent
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Bluebeam
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet aggressive deadlines while maintaining accuracy and accountability
• Demonstrates P&E Core Values and a commitment to continuous improvement

Total Rewards & Benefits

At P&E Constructors, we believe in rewarding our employees through competitive compensation, employee ownership, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial wellbeing, health, and future.

Compensation & Employee Ownership

• The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
• Performance-based merit increases and career growth opportunities
• Employee Ownership (ESOP) Share in the success and growth of the company
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000

Financial Security & Savings

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
• Competitive compensation with ongoing performance reviews
• Financial planning and retirement savings opportunities

Health Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• P&E Constructors pays 100% of monthly medical premiums for employees, covered spouses, and eligible dependents
• Coverage available for spouse, domestic partners, and dependents
• Prescription drug coverage
• Telehealth services
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Support

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Work-life balance support programs

Protection Coverages

• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits are offered

To be Considered: Candidates Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.