Estimating Manager - Federal

Requisition Title

Estimating Manager - Federal Requisition ID

2026-12608 Job Locations

US-FL-Jacksonville Category

Estimating Company : Name

Gilbane Federal Location : Location

US-FL-Jacksonville Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name

Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL

http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Location : Postal Code

32256 Location : Address

10201 Centurion Parkway N Position Type (Portal Searching)

Full-Time

Overview

The Estimating Manager- serves as lead estimator for firm fixed price pursuit in coordination with the Senior Estimating Manager.

Responsibilities

As an Estimating Manager, you will:

Lead the estimating efforts for lump sum bids.

Read plans and specifications and understand the requirements of the RFP and assign bid packages to estimating staff.

Leads staff to assure accuracy in estimating process, procedures and review requirements are met.

Reviews plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.

Coordinate and execute tasks of estimating personnel assigned to a specific trade.

Monitor and follow up on staff’s assigned duties i.e., review Scope Checklists

Write effective RFI’s.

Assist Project Executive in the preparation of general conditions/general requirement pricing. Based on logistics plan and schedule developed by Operations.

Advise designers, in design-build projects, on solution with the lowest initial cost to meet the RFP.

Review and coordinate project-specific insurance requirements.

Reviews coverage of subcontractors and/or suppliers to ensure adequate participation.

Assists in “Good Faith Efforts” as required.

Lead review efforts for subcontractor and supplier bids.

Develops and recommends appropriate risk register values.

Presents lump sum bid to Leadership for review.

Support project buyout after award which includes scopes of work and negotiations.

Trains and develops staff.

Tracks and reports on current material and labor prices, including escalation.

Tracks and reports on current material and equipment to identify long-lead items.

Key Competencies

Communicate Effectively ‐ Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message.

Act Inclusively ‐ Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation.

Solve Problems ‐ Identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for a solution.

Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability ‐ Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying innovative approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open ‐ mindedness to change.

Drive for Results ‐ Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.

Champion Innovation ‐ Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of Winest, On ‐ Screen Take ‐ off, and similar software for take ‐ offs and estimate pricing for C/S/A systems construction.

Supportive computer skills for varied formats such as basic Windows applications plus pdf’s, TEAMS, Zoom, etc...

Ability to present estimating deliverables to management and explain advantages in utilizing one contractor over another, scope gaps, cost swings, etc.…

Ability to estimate multiple facility types such as hospitals, hangars, office structures, specialized mission structures, base improvements, renovations, and additions.

Ability to maintain healthy working relationships with industry partners (Owners, designers, subcontractors, etc.) for the development of estimating deliverables.

Experience/Education

BS or MS degree in Engineering or Construction Management

10-15+ years of relevant experience

Hard bid, lump sum experience required.

Federal government experience preferred.

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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