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Estimating Director – St. Louis, MO or Kansas City, MO

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About PARICSince 1979, PARIC has been a leader in general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. As one of the largest, privately-held companies in the Midwest, we are committed to investing in our communities and building lasting client relationships.

Job DescriptionAbout PARICSince 1979, PARIC has been a leader in general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. As one of the largest, privately-held companies in the Midwest, we are committed to investing in our communities and building lasting client relationships.At PARIC, our employees operate in alignment with our core values, ensuring a safe, client-focused approach that delivers excellence on every project. We hire top talent, provide cutting-edge tools and training and turn our clients' visions into reality.PARIC's Core ValuesPOWER OF ONE TEAM – Because people are the force behind every success. We have unity in purpose and diversity in talent.EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS – Because surpassing all expectations is so profoundly satisfying. This commitment to excellence extends to every employee and to every project.ENHANCING OUR COMMUNITY – Because we build more than buildings. We give our time, talents and resources to a range of community efforts.DOING WHAT WE SAY – Because as the adage says: “You're only as good as your word.” If we say something is going to happen, it will happen.RELENTLESS EVOLUTION – Because if you're not learning from your mistakes, you're not growing. We embrace positive change, face challenges head-on and get even better with every project.Position Overview:As an Estimating Director, you will lead the Estimating department, overseeing all estimating staff and efforts across complex projects and scopes. You will be responsible for building and mentoring high-performing teams, ensuring quality and accuracy in all pricing deliverables, and supporting strategic preconstruction initiatives. This leadership role combines technical expertise with strategic planning and cross-functional coordination. You will provide oversight on all efforts, maintain estimating standards and databases, and help guide staffing and resource planning at the departmental level.Responsibilities

• Lead and perform pricing efforts for large, complex projects, including risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Oversee all estimating staff and provide guidance, mentorship, and accountability across the team
• Produce and review estimates from Conceptual through Hard Bid/GMP phases across all Divisions, including MEP systems
• Understand and price General Requirements and General Conditions; review estimates produced by others
• Create, update, and review profitability plans
• Participate in client-facing sales presentations, interviews, and estimating deliverable reviews
• Develop and maintain subcontractor and industry relationships
• Implement buyout procedures; review Scope of Work exhibits and General Requirements
• Provide leadership in solving complex estimating and construction challenges with creative and client-aligned solutions
• Review constructability and demonstrate a deep understanding of complex construction practices and sequencing
• Ensure compliance with estimating standards; drive process improvements and technology initiatives
• Maintain the company's cost database and research market trends to support escalation forecasting and client communication
• Develop and execute subcontracting strategies including diversity, geographic reach, and self-perform planning
• Assist VP with staffing strategy, hiring, and team development
• Coordinate departmental people/resource needs with executive leadership; communicate risks and updates proactively
• Other duties as assigned

Skills And QualificationsRequired:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in estimating, preconstruction, or related construction leadership
• Deep expertise in all CSI Divisions, MEP systems, and unit pricing strategies
• Demonstrated success in leading teams and mentoring estimating professionals
• Strong communication and executive presence in client and internal settings
• Advanced proficiency with estimating tools and cost databases

Preferred:

• Experience overseeing multi-disciplinary estimating teams
• Strategic mindset and ability to improve processes and workflows
• Proven ability to support staffing strategy and organizational planning
• Familiarity with market trend analysis and escalation forecasting

Why Join Us?

• We offer comprehensive benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible PTO, 10 Paid Holidays per year, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture rooted in our core values.

AAP/EEO StatementPARIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesConstruction

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