Estimating Engineer 2: Grow in Construction Cost Estimation

JE Dunn Construction; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Estimating Engineer 2 in Kansas City, MO to assist with cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. The role involves quantity surveying, reading project specs, and coordinating with vendors and subcontractors to support bids and value creation.

You will gain exposure to multiple facets of the construction estimating process, including field support and QA/QC input, while aligning with JE Dunn's strategy and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 2+ years construction experience.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Gains self-perform estimating experience.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.
• Prepares basic components of cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.
• Solicits, coordinates, and compiles vendor quotes for estimate team evaluation.
• Assists with pricing and tracking of value creation items from development through estimate inclusion.
• Participates in constructability reviews; documents QA/QC input and ensures estimate integration.
• Assists with developing scopes of work for basic trades and receives and analyzes subcontractor/vendor proposals. Provides coordination input to complete project needs.

Skills

MS Office

Read drawings & specifications

Construction estimating software

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Estimating Engineer 2 in Kansas City, MO to assist with cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. The role involves quantity surveying, reading project specs, and coordinating with vendors and subcontractors to support bids and value creation.

You will gain exposure to multiple facets of the construction estimating process, including field support and QA/QC input, while aligning with JE Dunn's strategy and values.