Senior Estimating Engineer: Lead Complex Cost Estimates

JE Dunn Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Estimating Engineer to contribute to the preparation of more complex cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. You will participate in many facets of the estimating process to deepen understanding of building delivery and JE Dunn's approach to projects.

You will develop autonomy in decision making, collaborate with project teams and vendors, and gain field exposure through onsite support as opportunities arise while advancing through the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 3+ years construction experience.
• Experience reading drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office and estimating software.

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.
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support.
• Presents estimates to clients with support as needed.
• Prepares complete cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals with manager review.
• Leads constructability reviews; coordinates with QA/QC and analyzes documents for potential challenges.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Read drawings & specs

Estimating software

Lean process knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

JE Dunn Construction in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Estimating Engineer to contribute to the preparation of more complex cost estimates for bids and negotiated proposals. You will participate in many facets of the estimating process to deepen understanding of building delivery and JE Dunn's approach to projects.

You will develop autonomy in decision making, collaborate with project teams and vendors, and gain field exposure through onsite support as opportunities arise while advancing through the