at Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading Construction Design-Build and EPC estimates and proposals for Transmission and Distribution construction projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. This position will assist clients in making fact based decisions by presenting accurate estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.
+ Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts.
+ Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
+ Manage workload scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
+ Lead risk review process.
+ Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology insuring quality estimates are produced.
+ Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
+ Responsible for reviewing and approving quotes on bonds and insurance.
+ Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations.
+ Lead subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification reviews.
+ Responsible for reviewing and approving specialty and standard equipment pricing.
+ Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
+ Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
+ Responsible for the review of final estimate before management review and proposal presentation.
+ Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
+ Responsible for cost history, data base management and estimating process.
+ Approve price general conditions, indirect costs and review as provided by project management team.
+ Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation.
+ Provide man hour quotes for required estimating effort.
+ Develop strategy on contract partnering agreements.
+ Prepare and present estimating data for risk review process.
+ Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews.
+ Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
+ Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
+ Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
+ Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
+ Train and mentor staff.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field. and 7 years of direct project estimating experience Required or
+ Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Required
+ Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Expert with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-base.
+ OSHA 10-hour certification Required
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Job Estimating
Primary Location US-IL-Chicago
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 240650
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MJ #CDB
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