Sr Mechanical & Piping Estimator

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for oversight and preparation of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates ranging from simple cost analysis to definitive estimates in support of proposals, project controls and project change orders. Assists in the pre-construction activities and coordinates estimating efforts across multiple disciplines.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant experience, including estimating experience
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 (2+ yrs)
Project experience (2+ yrs)
Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus
Complex estimating principles and practices including conceptual estimating
Track new developments both internal and external to the firm
Cost engineering
Mathematical skills
Project design scopes
Consulting skills
Planning skills
Analytical skills
Coordination and maintenance of the Company estimating database
Supervision experience
Development of subordinates
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft CoPilot 365
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal communication skills
Presentation skills
Assist in the planning and development of formal training programs

Responsibilities

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
Plan, coordinate, review, verify and analyze all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation
Responsible for directing, training and developing subordinates
Helps in the maintenance of the Company estimating database
Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering Operations, Procurement and Construction
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
May assist 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
Lead the Pre-Construction/Estimating team in developing preliminary Work Packages
Work with Project Controls and the Project Execution Team to develop the Project P6 Schedule
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.