Estimating Engineer II: Mechanical & Electrical Construction

JE Dunn Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Estimating Engineer 2 to support the preparation of cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. You will gain exposure to the building process, learn JE Dunn processes, and collaborate with project teams, vendors and clients to improve estimating accuracy.

The role emphasizes learning, developing professional skills, and advancing along the estimating path toward Senior Estimating Engineer, with opportunities to contribute across core

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• 2+ years construction experience required.

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 stakeholders (project team, subcontractors, vendors, clients).
• Gains self-perform estimating experience.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Read drawings

Construction estimating software

Lean process

Team collaboration

Learn quantity surveys

Trades knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Engineering or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

JE Dunn Construction in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Estimating Engineer 2 to support the preparation of cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. You will gain exposure to the building process, learn JE Dunn processes, and collaborate with project teams, vendors and clients to improve estimating accuracy.

The role emphasizes learning, developing professional skills, and advancing along the estimating path toward Senior Estimating Engineer, with opportunities to contribute across core