Musselman & Hall Contractors · 3 weeks ago
Director of Estimating
Overland Park, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expMusselman & Hall Contractors is seeking a Director of Estimating to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all estimating functions. The role involves managing estimating staff, developing sales goals, and ensuring accurate and timely bid preparations while fostering business relationships within the region.
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Hiring Manager
Kyle Van Slyke
Responsibilities
Manages all estimating staff to provide guidance, mentorship, and accountability
Creates and executes sales goals and strategies that support the respective Business Unit’s revenue and growth goals
Prepares and oversees the Pre-Construction schedule, ensuring appropriate coordination
Monitors all bid opportunities for viability and performs go/no go analysis in coordination with the Business Unit Leader
Reviews bid calendars, manages bid reviews, and ensures estimates and bids are completed timely and accurately, adhering to M&H SOPs. Presents estimates to internal and external stakeholders
Actively engages in industry and community opportunities to promote M&H while building and maintaining strong, lasting relationships with customers and partners
Partners with the VP or Project Management, Director of Field Operations, and/or their direct reports to ensure strong handoffs, monitor estimate vs. actual project status, and to help facilitate operational execution of the Division’s projects
Coordinates with and/or participates in M&H Estimating Committee to ensure consistency of proposals, evaluates estimating processes and software, etc. Makes recommendations for and facilitates implementation of new or improved processes and/or software to ensure effective operation of M&H’s estimating function
Maintain the company’s cost database and research market trends to support escalation forecasting and client communication
Provide leadership in solving complex estimating and construction challenges with creative and client-aligned solutions
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations to understand project requirements and effectively communicate estimates
Ensure compliance with estimating standards; drive process improvements and technology initiatives
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Manages all estimating staff to provide guidance, mentorship, and accountability
Creates and executes sales goals and strategies that support the respective Business Unit's revenue and growth goals
Prepares and oversees the Pre-Construction schedule, ensuring appropriate coordination
Monitors all bid opportunities for viability and performs go/no go analysis in coordination with the Business Unit Leader
Reviews bid calendars, manages bid reviews, and ensures estimates and bids are completed timely and accurately, adhering to M&H SOPs. Presents estimates to internal and external stakeholders
Actively engages in industry and community opportunities to promote M&H while building and maintaining strong, lasting relationships with customers and partners
Partners with the VP or Project Management, Director of Field Operations, and/or their direct reports to ensure strong handoffs, monitor estimate vs. actual project status, and to help facilitate operational execution of the Division's projects
Coordinates with and/or participates in M&H Estimating Committee to ensure consistency of proposals, evaluates estimating processes and software, etc. Makes recommendations for and facilitates implementation of new or improved processes and/or software to ensure effective operation of M&H's estimating function
Maintain the company's cost database and research market trends to support escalation forecasting and client communication
Provide leadership in solving complex estimating and construction challenges with creative and client-aligned solutions
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations to understand project requirements and effectively communicate estimates
Ensure compliance with estimating standards; drive process improvements and technology initiatives
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and in accordance with Musselman and Hall policies and values
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Excellent presentation skills
In-depth knowledge (or ability to obtain in-depth knowledge) of business operations, including market-specific nuances
Familiarity with market trend analysis and forecasting
Strong business development/sales acumen
Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Adaptable to changing situations; able to manage multiple projects and remain organized between projects
Demonstrated attention to detail, time management, ability to meet deadlines, and organizational skills
Proficiency in operating general computer software like Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
Proficiency or ability to learn estimating, CRM, and other company software
8-10 years of relevant experience, including Estimating and Business Development activities in a commercial construction setting required
Demonstrated success in leading, coaching, and developing others
Ability to regularly attend work in an office environment
Ability to safely navigate the shop, yard, and/or an active job site around heavy equipment in varying weather conditions
Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Full-time hours required; most work will be performed on weekdays during normal business hours
Some travel to M&H office locations or conferences may be required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business strongly preferred
Company
Musselman & Hall Contractors
We install, repair and maintain railroad sidings, rail yards and a bit of main line work too.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adam Porter, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Kyle Van Slyke
Chief Operating Officer
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