Senior Estimating Manager
davisconstruction · Headquarters - Rockville, MD · United States · On-site
Posted Jun 29, 2026
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SUMMARY:
The Senior Estimating Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of the bid process for a project. This role is responsible for understanding the deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying resources required , while coordinating with internal team s to ensure compliance with the Request for Proposals (RFP ).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field or equivalent relevant experience
A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction, minimum of two (2) years managing Estimators
Experience leading the bidding process for multiple complex projects
Experience with a variety of building types
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality, constructability and sustainability standards
Leadership level communication and organization skills
TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Leads bid assembly on large, complex pursuits
Applies deep understanding of complex trades such as d ivision 2, 15 and 16 to the estimating process
Maintains trade partner / supplier relationships; leverage s trade partner and supplier relationships to inform business decisions
Utilizes knowledge of historical data from estimates / bids to use externally and for internal bid reviews
Utilizes lessons learned from the trade partner buyout process to improve business practices and minimize risk
Leads project meetings and client presentations
Provides oversight and guidance to Engineers / Sr Engineers / Estimating Managers ( i.e. risk management, value engineering, constructability, general process, scoping and pricing feedback)
Conducts performance reviews for junior staff
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:
Autonomy + Accountability
Decisions are made by oneself with limited guidance from manager s that affect immediate role and others
Provides guidance and direction to managers and professional staff
Business Impact
Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and teams company-wide
Decisions are made without oversight and affect the success of the department / revenue group
Influences others internally and externally, including senior leaders
Drives major project / department business development initiatives
Talent Development
Leads through managers
May manage multiple related teams
Sets organizational priorities and allocates resources
Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams
Problem Solving + Resiliency
Identifies and solves complex…