Voltyx

Manager

• The Estimating Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the estimating function for American Lighting & Signalization across multiple regions.
• Ensure that all bids and proposals are accurate, competitive, and aligned with company goals and risk tolerance.
• Provide strategic direction, technical leadership, and mentorship to the estimating team while maintaining strong relationships with State DOTs, municipalities, private contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Apply advanced design and construction knowledge in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for the installation, replacement, and upgrading of traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage, and other DOT-related items.
• Lead estimating efforts for complex, large-scale, and multi-region opportunities, including State DOT, municipal, and private sector projects.
• Review plans, specifications, addenda, and contract documents; ensure clear understanding of scope, risk, and commercial terms.
• Oversee quantity takeoffs, labor and equipment calculations, subcontractor and vendor pricing, and indirect cost development.
• Ensure effective use of Bid2Win (B2W) estimating software for all bids and maintain standard databases, cost codes, and production rates.
• Validate that all estimates comply with DOT specifications, company standards, and safety requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of estimators (junior, mid-level, and senior) across multiple regions, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Assign and balance estimating workloads to ensure bids are completed on time and in alignment with regional priorities and deadlines.
• Establish and refine estimating processes, checklists, and best practices; implement quality control reviews for all major proposals.
• Provide ongoing training and coaching on Bid2Win, DOT specifications, and company procedures.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members, government representatives, and private clients throughout the bid process.
• Coordinate and lead pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather critical project information and evaluate existing site conditions.
• Obtain and evaluate material and subcontractor quotes; maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Support business development by providing pricing strategies, budgetary estimates, and conceptual pricing to support early project discussions.
• Maintain organized digital records of estimates, takeoffs, assumptions, and vendor/subcontractor quotes on corporate platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Bid2Win, etc.).
• Track and report bid status, hit/miss ratios, and key metrics to leadership; recommend improvements to enhance win rates and margins.
• Stay current with industry trends, DOT specification changes, and market pricing; update internal cost databases accordingly.
• Support post-bid negotiations, value engineering discussions, and handoff meetings to operations once projects are awarded.