Principal Mechanical Estimator

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Mechanical Estimator directs and oversees the preparation of lump sum, unit rate, and cost-plus estimates, from preliminary cost analysis through detailed definitive estimates, supporting proposals, project controls, and change order management. Leads pre-construction activities and coordinates estimating efforts across project phases.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant experience, including estimating experience
Leadership experience with management interactions
Thorough understanding of the construction estimating process
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred
Field experience (5+ yrs)
Project experience (5+ yrs)
Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus
Change management, process optimization, and/or technology implementation initiatives experience preferred
Ability to manage complex estimates (e.g., in size, scope or organization, multinational joint ventures)
Scheduling/planning skills
Cost engineering skills
Development of subordinates
Mathematical skills
Project design scopes
Consulting skills
Problem-solving
Planning skills
Analytical skills
Consensus team builder
Function in an international joint environment
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft CoPilot 365
Verbal and written communication skills
Presentation skills
Interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

Delegates technical and administrative responsibilities to subordinates
Retains primary accountability for compliance in each area
Reviews the status of personnel assigned to them relative to technical, administrative and training requirements
Other administrative, supervisory and technical duties as assigned
Prepares cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the estimate or project plan
Plans, coordinates, reviews, verifies and analyzes all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation
Maintains the Company estimating database
Provides technical advice and assistance to the Project Manager in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity from a simple factored or curve type analysis estimate to an extremely complex multi-billion dollar lump sum bid
Appraises overall accuracy of estimates and recommends contingencies for estimates such as Lump Sum bids, Defined Estimates and Interim Control Estimates
Ensures the orderly flow of project assignments through his area in keeping with schedules and within manpower budgets
Assists Estimating leadership with an independent assessment of an estimate's accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs)
Recommends detailed estimating procedures and techniques to be utilized in the development of the estimate
Assists in planning and development of the necessary formal training programs to maintain and improve estimating techniques, procedures and capabilities for both new and experienced personnel
Maintains familiarity with estimating and cost engineering developments and activities outside the company and assesses their significance, suggesting application to company business where warranted
Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities which will add value
Proactively supports, encourages and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities, while championing change management efforts
Perform Scope Review focusing on: Project Objectives, Deliverables, Overall Project Requirements
Perform Site Investigation analysis
Coordinate the Pre-Construction/Estimating team(s) in developing preliminary Work Packages
Work with Project Controls and the Project Execution Team to develop the Project P6 Schedule
Participate in Coordination discussion concerning final project design
Participate in all Constructability reviews
During the Scope Review and the work Package development, identify and communicate any Value Engineering opportunities for consideration by the Project Execution team
During the Development of Project Work Packages perform a risk assessment and participate in mitigation strategy discussions
Participate in the Preliminary EHS planning sessions focusing on site specific considerations
Participate in Site Logistic conversations and provide input as to what effect this may have on Construction
Participate in the initial and subsequent, discussion surrounding the QAQC program and the effects on Construction it may have
Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.