Senior Estimator - Transmission & Distribution

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kansas City is seeking a Senior Estimator responsible for leading EPC bids and developing accurate cost estimates for Transmission and Distribution projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management with at least 7 years of estimating experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are required, as well as proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 7 years of direct project estimating experience required.
• Experience with transmission and distribution construction preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support EPC bids and bid check estimates.
• Develop bottoms up Class estimates for projects.
• Review and approve project summary schedules.
• Present estimates to internal and external clients.

Skills

Estimating experience

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

7 years of direct project estimating experience

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Description

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for performing or leading Class 1,2, 3, 4 and 5 estimates, leading and developing EPC bids and bid check estimates for Transmission & Distribution projects. This position will develop accurate bottoms up estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.

• Lead or support EPC bids and bid check estimates.
• Develop factored and bottoms up Class 5, 4 and 3 (pre-feasibility, feasibility and budget authorization) estimates for transmission and distribution projects (lines and stations).
• Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts.
• Develop estimate schedules to manage workload and ensure timely completion of estimates.
• Review RFP and engineering documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
• Responsible for detailed documentation of quantity take-offs and constructability analysis.
• Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
• Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
• Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced.
• Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
• Responsible for reviewing and incorporating specialty and standard equipment and material pricing.
• Estimate general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team.
• Responsible for the review of final estimate and presentation to management.
• Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
• Develop risk registers and assist risk review process.
• Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation.
• Provide man hour estimates for proposals that require estimating effort and review with Section Manager.
• Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
• Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
• Responsible for updating cost history and data base management.
• Lead or support subcontractor pre-qualification, solicitation and bid reviews.
• Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
• Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
• Train and mentor staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 7 years of direct project estimating experience required.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Experience with transmission and distribution construction preferred.
• Experience with EPC or construction contractors preferred.
• 4 years of estimating experience.
• Experience with Estimating software
• Must have extensive knowledge and experience developing estimates and bidding T&D construction work.
• Must be very familiar with factors that affect work productivity, be able to identify them and appropriately incorporate them into cost estimates.
• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and in particular Excel.
• Personnel management experience is desirable.
• May be required to obtain an OSHA 10-hour safety certification.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Estimating

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 261163

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MF #CDB