Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Substation (Pearland)

Burns & McDonnell • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for developing self-perform estimates for transmission and distribution bids, mainly for substations. This position will develop accurate bottoms up estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 7 years of direct project estimating experience
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Expert with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-base
• OSHA 10-hour certification required

Nice To Haves

• 4 years of self-perform substation estimating experience
• 8 years of experience with transmission & distribution EPC or construction contractors estimating in the field
• Must have extensive knowledge and experience developing estimates and bidding transmission and distribution construction work

Responsibilities

• Develop bottoms up estimates for transmission and distribution bids (mainly substations)
• Focus will be mainly on high voltage scope vs. civil and foundations
• Develop estimate schedules to manage workload and ensure timely completion of estimates
• Review RFP and engineering documents
• Responsible for detailed documentation of quantity take-offs and constructability analysis
• Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate assumptions
• Develop high level project schedules (e.g. using Excel)
• Develop risk registers and assist risk review process
• Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues
• 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 quotes for vendors, subcontractors, bonds and insurance
• Lead subcontractor solicitation and bid reviews
• Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes
• Responsible for reviewing and incorporating specialty and standard equipment and material quotes
• Estimate general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team
• Responsible for the review of final estimate and presentation to management
• Make recommendations as to contingency and escalation
• Provide estimated hours for required 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
• Train and mentor staff
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees