Job ID: MM62514143
Location: Omaha, IA
Category: Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 04/07/2026
Director of Estimating | $150,000–$180,000 Base + Bonus | Hybrid / Remote with Travel, Direct Hire
What Matters Most
• Competitive base salary of $150,000–$180,000 plus performance-based bonus
• Schedule: Full-time leadership role with flexibility; travel approximately 20–25%
• Location: Midwest preferred (Nebraska, South Dakota) or remote with travel
• Direct hire opportunity with long-term leadership growth and enterprise impact
• Work with a highly collaborative, team-oriented organization focused on innovation and modernization
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Schedule: Full-time leadership role with flexibility; travel approximately 20–25%
• Location: Midwest preferred (Nebraska, South Dakota) or remote with travel
• Direct hire opportunity with long-term leadership growth and enterprise impact
• Work with a highly collaborative, team-oriented organization focused on innovation and modernization
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Job Description
The Director of Estimating is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and transforming the enterprise-wide estimating function across construction and automation. This position will unify teams, modernize processes, and implement forward-thinking tools including AI-driven solutions. The role focuses on long-term strategy and organizational alignment rather than day-to-day estimating execution. This is a high-visibility opportunity to influence operational performance and future growth.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and execute enterprise estimating strategy across multiple business units
• Oversee and influence a team of approximately 30 estimators, including direct leadership of key team members
• Break down silos between construction and automation estimating functions
• Drive modernization initiatives including process improvements and AI adoption
• Partner with executive leadership to support long-term planning and operational excellence
• Oversee and influence a team of approximately 30 estimators, including direct leadership of key team members
• Break down silos between construction and automation estimating functions
• Drive modernization initiatives including process improvements and AI adoption
• Partner with executive leadership to support long-term planning and operational excellence
Qualifications and Requirements:
• Strong background in electrical or industrial construction estimating
• Minimum of 7 years of estimating experience; 10+ years preferred
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and developing talent
• Strategic mindset with ability to lead enterprise-level initiatives
• Willingness to travel approximately 20–25%
• Minimum of 7 years of estimating experience; 10+ years preferred
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and developing talent
• Strategic mindset with ability to lead enterprise-level initiatives
• Willingness to travel approximately 20–25%
Benefits and Perks:
• Base salary range of $150,000–$180,000 plus bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and time off
• Leadership development and long-term growth opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and time off
• Leadership development and long-term growth opportunity
Your New Organization:
This organization is a respected leader in industrial and construction solutions, known for technical expertise and strong client partnerships. The company is investing in modernization and innovation, creating an environment where forward-thinking leaders can drive meaningful change.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base salary range for this position is $150,000–$180,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.
