Self-Perform Senior Estimating Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Estimating Engineer will continue learning JE Dunn processes and tools and developing professional skills while assisting with the preparation of more complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. This position will be responsible for participating in the many facets of the construction and estimating process in order to develop a greater understanding of the building process and how JE Dunn executes projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor Career Path: Estimating Manager 1
Requirements
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
- Communication skills, verbal and written.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency in construction estimating software.
- Proficiency in required construction technology.
- Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management.
- Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
- Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
- Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field
- In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
- 3+ years construction experience
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 complete cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals with manager review.
- Prepares and analyzes vendor quotes for estimate integration or detailed buyout analysis.
- Develops value creation items and coordinates with design team and applicable consultants.
- Leads constructability reviews; coordinates with QA/QC and analyzes documents for potential challenges.
- Develops scopes of work for most, including complex, trades and receives and analyzes subcontractor/vendor proposals.
- Provides coordination input and willingly shares subject matter expertise in order to advance team development.
- Manages estimate revisions in order to maintain preconstruction schedule and advance project to next design phase.
- Presents estimates to clients with support as needed.
Benefits
- Professional Non-Union benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
