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Senior Estimator - Transmission & Distribution (Chicago)

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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Job Posting: JC256211244

Posted On: Mar 04, 2024

Updated On: Aug 28, 2024

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