Estimating Manager jobs in Illinois

Estimating Manager manages the estimating function and develops standards, procedures, tools, and methodologies to produce cost estimates for technical projects based on work scope, specifications, and proposal or contract requirements. Establishes processes to perform analysis of project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements. Being an Estimating Manager incorporates benchmark data, trends, and historical pricing to generate detailed cost estimates that consist of itemized lists of expenses, labor hours, material quantities, and potential cost variations. Implements a workflow and system for scheduling and processing estimate requests and communicating with stakeholders. Additionally, Estimating Manager depending on the complexity and type of project, may use different estimating methods, mathematical models, or specialized estimating software tools to generate estimates. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Estimating Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an Estimating Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Estimating Manager
  • Snapsheet
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Snapsheet is looking for an Estimating Manager to join our team! 

    As an Estimating Manager, you are responsible for ensuring your team is hitting their metrics and running efficiently and effectively. Daily, you monitor the performance and cycle times of your team providing coaching and assistance to ensure your team meets their performance goals. Weekly you meet with your team as a whole and hold one-on-one meetings to ensure they are on track to meet goals providing coaching, feedback, and mentorship. From a personal development perspective, you are always looking to grow as a manager and seek feedback from your team and peers. Recognition and appreciation are top of mind for you and you are always finding ways to inspire your team to meet big objectives and taking time to celebrate wins. You are an advocate for your team on the individual level and as a whole providing regular updates on the successes and challenges your team faces.

    Responsibilities of an Estimating Manager:

    • Manage estimating team workload, pushing the team to meet and exceed all production and accuracy goals.
    • Owns escalations of files and assists with resolution where necessary.
    • Regularly check-in with team members on production metrics providing coaching where needed and holding each team member accountable.
    • Provide development opportunities for employees to help them reach the next level in their career.
    • Spark teamwork through competitions, incentives and more to hit large goals. 
    • Maintain communication within the department and across the org reporting on progress, successes, and opportunities. 
    • Regularly meet with your entire team to spark innovation, celebrate, and solve problems. 
    • Analyze data and metrics to make best practices and innovating on where the team improve
    • Provide close guidance and sufficient training for less-experienced estimators
    • Assist in identification and evaluation of new methods and processes that could help improve overall department performance, cycle-time, etc. 

    Qualifications of an Estimating Manager: 

    We are seeking self-motivated, competitive go-getters to join this growing team. You will be working within a remote production-based environment and will be responsible for managing numerous claims for 120 carriers across the US and Canada.

    • Minimum of 5 years of auto physical damage experience
    • Ideally 1 year of management experience
    • Proven track record of leading high performing teams
    • Extensive knowledge of insurance principles and how they apply to appraisal decisions
    • Thorough understanding of vehicle repair, parts costs, total loss classification, and fraud detection practices
    • Working experience in one or more estimating platforms: Mitchell, CCC One, and/or Audatex
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-based, and results-driven environment
    • Desire to thrive in a remote environment ripe with opportunity to advance

    Benefits & Perks for Snapsheet Employees 

    • Work from home
    • Competitive compensation
    • Company training provided to expand your estimating skillset 
    • Ability to write claims for multiple carriers and vehicle types 
    • Growth and advancement opportunities with promotion opportunities quarterly 
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off Policy 
    • 4% match on our 401K
    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

    Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Snapsheet we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

    Snapsheet is an equal opportunity employer.

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    Snapsheet is an equal opportunity employer.

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Estimating Manager
  • AECOM
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming sky...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Subway Manager
  • Bellevue, IL FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities: Monitor and manage the business. Calculate and ensure the accuracy of financial records. Manage and supervise workers. Be able to make labor and food cost,schedule work hours,weekly ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Subway Manager
  • Mount Sterling, IL FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities: Monitor and manage the business. Calculate and ensure the accuracy of financial records. Manage and supervise workers. Be able to make labor and food cost,schedule work hours,weekly ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Estimating Coordinator
  • Curran Contracting
  • Crystal, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary:We are seeking an Estimator Coordinator to join our team. The Estimator Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the estimating department in preparing accurate and timely project bi...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Estimating Coordinator
  • Curran Contracting
  • Crystal, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary:We are seeking an Estimator Coordinator to join our team. The Estimator Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the estimating department in preparing accurate and timely project bi...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Estimating Manager
  • Snapsheet Inc
  • Chicago, IL
  • Snapsheet is looking for an Estimating Manager to join our team! As an Estimating Manager, you are responsible for ensur...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Southend Exteriors
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Founded in 2003, Professional Builders Supply today operates locations in the Carolinas, selling, installing and distrib...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Odin
  • Roseville, CA
  • Are you ready to join Team Odin and find the career you have always wanted? Odin is an award-winning contractor deliveri...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Catamount Constructors
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Looking for a place to build your career? Catamount is on a mission to be the constructi...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • DPS Group Global
  • Framingham, MA
  • Position Summary: The Estimating Manager demonstrates leadership with an ability to support the team with the implementa...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Odin
  • Roseville, CA
  • Are you ready to join Team Odin and find the career you have always wanted? Odin is an award-winning contractor deliveri...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Leddy Group
  • Concord, NH
  • Estimating Manager Our manufacturing client is seeking an Estimating Manager! This full-time, direct-hire role is respon...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Estimating Manager
  • Foster Specialty Floors
  • Garner, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Overview: Foster Specialty Floors has been one of the nation’s leading athletic flooring...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Estimating Manager jobs
$135,582 to $184,721

Estimating Manager in Petaluma, CA
However, once you learn good estimating processes and techniques, you will hopefully be able to move more toward the "science" side of estimating and rely less on the "art" side.
January 29, 2020
Estimating Manager in Saint Petersburg, FL
The Chief Estimator will coordinate the activities of the Estimating Team, allocate estimating resources, maintain client relationships, identify new opportunities and develop the expertise of key staff.
January 30, 2020
Estimating Manager in Knoxville, TN
They’ll hold the project manager accountable no matter how many hedges the PM gives.  This is when and why the project manager should use order of magnitude estimation.
December 06, 2019