Estimator Manager

I: Essential Job Functions: Provide mentoring and training for Estimating Team members and ensure execution of key departmental initiatives. (5%) Prepares estimates by gathering architectural plans, specifications and related documents for new plans, new elevations and plan revisions developed by the architectural team. (5%) Presents prepared estimate(s) utilizing the department software, Revit, Planswift, Master Project or other software by assembling plan specific trade type takeoffs and master plan takeoffs. (5%) Prepares special reports utilizing the estimating software and/or Excel templates by Trade Type. (4%) Maintain the database for base, elevation and option takeoffs/estimates in Master Project or on SharePoint. (3%) Updates Plan Takeoffs as part of the ARM process and prior to release and provides quantity adjustments to divisions. (4%) Work with trade partners, vendors, architectural department and production department to reconcile discrepancies in take-offs. (3%) Create and Update Templates within the current estimating software for Corporate and Division use. (7%) Collaborates with Architecture in controlling costs on prototype design. (5%) Documents process of estimating trade types and updates Estimating Manual as needed. (4%) Assist field operations in material overages / shortages. (4%) Conduct field audits to validate product quantities to reduce variances. (5%) Prepare Estimating tracking and reporting tools and schedule regular meetings to facilitate managing the estimating workload. (5%) Prepare takeoff estimates for all trade types for the division purchasing teams to utilize in their negotiation with trade partners. (5%) Attend Manufacturer and Subcontractor meetings and prepare/distribute meeting notes internally and externally. (5%) Schedule and attend training sessions for internal Estimating Department. (4%) Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications . (5%) Be part of future acquisitions due diligence representing the Estimating Department. (5%) Complete all other duties as assigned by manager. (5%) Adhere to company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment. (5%) Adhere to and promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin. (5%) Monitor and maintain scopes of work, model rebate addendum, and unit pricing for each trade to be included in the contract documents. (2%) Telecommuting permitted within the Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC metro area.