What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator - Civil/Structural/Architectural (CSA) (Kansas City) position at Burns & McDonnell?
Description
The Senior Estimator - CSA will be responsible for leading estimates for engineering-only efforts, early feasibility studies and Construction Design-Build / EPC estimates and proposals for various projects within a diverse portfolio of project types, clients, and geographical regions. This position will assist clients in making fact-based decisions by presenting accurate estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.
Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts for civil, structural and architectural scopes of work.
Coordinate with other estimating discipline leads to ensure no gaps and / or double ups exist within a given estimate / project.
Work with design leads to ensure efficiencies in constructability, schedule and cost
Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
Manage workload scheduling to ensure the timely completion of deliverables.
Prepare supporting documents for risk review process.
Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced.
Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
Prepare information and coordinate with the Insurance Dept. to obtain quotes on bonds and insurance.
Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations.
Lead subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification reviews.
Responsible for reviewing specialty and standard equipment pricing.
Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
Responsible for the review of final estimate before management review and proposal presentation.
Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
Responsible for cost history, database management and estimating process.
Prepare internal construction management staffing costs and indirect costs for review and approval by the project management team.
Make final recommendations regarding fee, contingency and escalation.
Coordinate with the group section manager to provide man hour quotes for required estimating effort.
Develop strategy on contract partnering agreements.
Prepare and present estimating data for risk review process.
Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews.
Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
Train and mentor staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
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. Experience with InEight Estimating Software preferred.
OSHA 10-hour certification Required
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled
EEO / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans
Job Estimating
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Schedule : Full-time
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID : 250218
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #CDB
