Description

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading Construction Design-Build and EPC estimates and proposals for Transmission and Distribution construction projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. 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.

• Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.

• Manage workload scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.

• Lead risk review process.

• Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology insuring quality estimates are produced.

• Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.

• Responsible for reviewing and approving 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 and approving 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, data base management and estimating process.

• Approve price general conditions, indirect costs and review as provided by project management team.

• Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation.

• 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 Required or

• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Required

• 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

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Estimating

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 240650 Job Hire Type Experienced

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