Estimating manager

Estimating manager

Benefits :

»Competitive compensation

»Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

» 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

»Life and Travel Insurance

»Tuition Assistance

»Wellness Reimbursement Program

»Paid Holidays and Vacation



What is an Estimating manager?
this function is within the New Business – Estimating group. The Estimating manager is responsible for managing cost engineering and design of electric and gas distribution projects to support safe operation and maintenance of the Central Hudson distribution system.



What does an Estimating manager do?

»Plans, schedules, coordinates, supervises and monitors work assignments of the District Estimators and contract estimators

»Supervises the preparation of construction plans, specifications, estimates and work orders for the construction, extension, reinforcement, relocation, retirement and maintenance of gas and electric distribution facilities in the assigned area of responsibility

»Complies with all applicable laws, codes, construction standards, permits, right of ways, ethics, environmental regulations and gas operation and maintenance (O & M) procedures in the preparation of work and service orders

»Planning, negotiation, business case cost-benefit analysis, and management of projects from inception to completion

»Utilizes the contacts to provide timely and cost effective service to customers to foster the highest levels of customer satisfaction and productivity

»Provides consistent, comprehensive training programs for Estimators in progression and promote the corporate safety training initiatives

»Works individually or with a team, interfacing with developers, contractors, engineers, customers, and internal work groups to plan, design and direct construction of residential gas and URD projects

»Provides appropriate oversight and control in assigned area of responsibility through appropriate use of company assets including controlling of costs, direct and indirect leadership abilities, development of employees as assigned and fulfillment of organizational and personal goals and objectives

»Responsible for manager on call tasks, after hours emergency response wires down coordination and acts on behalf of other Company managers as assigned

»Investigates and resolves complaints

»Explains electric and natural gas rate tariff information, NESC, NEC, CH Gas / Electric construction standards and DOT permit rules

»Interfaces with DOT engineers, consultants and contractors in order to plan, design and schedule utility relocation projects

»Supports storm/emergency restoration efforts



What does it take to be an Estimating manager?

Required:

»Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business or a related field and 1 year of significant practice. In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, an Associate’s Degree (in the aforementioned fields) and 3 years of significant practice will be considered

»Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the capability to lgain new computer software programs quickly

»Excellent analytical and evaluation expertise

» capability to effectively communicate with customers, property owners, local officials and employees

»Must demonstrate a high energy level, promote a positive work ethic, and have a positive customer service approach

» capability to analyze operational performance and make recommendations to implement systemic productivity improvements and have the capability to manage multiple projects and priorities

»Self-motivated with an capability to demonstrate initiative and possess strong decision-making and critical thinking expertise

»Excellent communication expertise, both verbal and written, with an capability to satisfy customer requests with tact, diplomacy and negotiating expertise

»Strong organization expertise and the capability to multi-task while scheduling, planning and working on multiple projects through to completion

»Valid driver’s license

Preferred :

»Previous practice in project management, customer service, or similar

» expertise of CAD, ESRI GIS applications

» managery practice
Applications will be accepted until December 1, 2023 .


this job offer has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with practice.
Pay range: $96,600- $163,800


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All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, discapability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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