Estimating Manager - Asheville, NC (Finance)
Job ID: 510881
Located across Western North Carolina, APAC Atlantic, Inc., Asheville Division, is a leading provider of high-quality asphalt paving services. We pride ourselves in being a premier employer in our communities that strives for safety, quality, & superior service in all that we do. By being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.
Position Overview
As an Estimating Manager at APAC Asheville, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects. This role involves collaborating with various departments, analyzing project requirements, and ensuring that all estimates are completed on time and within budget. You will play a crucial role in helping APAC Asheville secure new projects and maintain its reputation for excellence in the construction industry
Key Responsibilities
- Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work, which jobs to bid and required contents of estimate.
- Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history, and conferring with field personnel.
- Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
- Prepare detailed reports, information packets and clearly communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
- May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality of availability of materials.
- Minimum supervision provided when estimating items in own discipline.
- Independently estimates a large sized project.
- Manage cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
- Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
- Confer with supervisory personnel, customers, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems
- Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of project
- Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction site
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Supports other department personnel as required.
- Regular and timely attendance
Supervisor Duties
- Assist with Interviewing and hiring process as necessary.
- Planning, assigning, and directing work.
- Willingness to develop subordinates' technical and leadership skills and make recommendations for new job opportunities when appropriate.
- Effective management of employee performance through coaching, feedback (written and verbal), rewards, and discipline when necessary.
- Appraising performance, including annual evaluations and new employee evaluations.
- Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely manner.
- Lead by example.
- Ability to get work done through others using effective delegation, scheduling, and time management practices.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Education/Experience
- 7 to 10+ years construction estimating experience required.
- Previous team management experience preferred.
- Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training preferred.
- Experience with HCSS, B2W, and APEX preferred
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
- Experience with estimating software
- Demonstrate proficiency with estimating and bidding software.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications and contracts.
- Skills needed include leadership, problem solving, decision making and organization.
- Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with management, team members, vendors and internal and external customers.
General Requirements
- Mobility to attend various meetings and events at offsite locations
- Hours are extended throughout the year to include nights and weekends when necessary
- Travel may be required
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
