Senior Manager, Real Estate - Estimating

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Position Summary... The Senior Manager, Real Estate - Estimating plays a vital role in supporting the successful execution of construction projects by delivering accurate, timely, and strategic cost estimates. This position partners closely with internal and external stakeholders to align on scope, schedule, and budget, while also driving innovation through AI-enabled solutions and continuous process improvement. As a key contributor to the Estimating Team, the Estimator ensures cost transparency, supports new concept development, and helps maintain the integrity of forecasting models critical to enterprise growth. What you'll do... Develop and manage estimates for new stores, conceptual designs, fuel stations, remodels and enterprise initiatives. Lead pricing discussions with internal and external partners, ensuring accurate costing based on scope of work and schedule. Analyze vendor quotes for completeness, cost accuracy, and value opportunities. Identify and implement AI-driven solutions to improve estimating accuracy and speed to market. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize design, installation, and construction practices. Monitor market trends and cost drivers, delivering insights and solutions to mitigate future spend. Identify and communicate value engineering opportunities to facilitate cost reductions. What you'll bring… Strong understanding of construction documentation, including plans, specifications, and contracts. A growth mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage shifting priorities. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly. Experience managing stakeholder expectations and navigating conflicting priorities. A startup mentality - resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity. Proven ability to drive process improvements and enhance team efficiency. Additional Comments: This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of our estimating models and ensuring timely support for new initiatives. This associate will help balance workload, maintain data fidelity, and ensure rapid response to evolving business needs. It's also a key driver of innovation, responsible for identifying and implementing AI solutions that elevate our estimating capabilities and reduce friction across teams. At Walmart, we…