Estimator - Global Facilities (Kansas City)

About the role

The Staff Estimator prepares all levels of estimates and proposals for engineering and design-build construction projects, including lump sum bids, unit costs, and quantities for diverse project types and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals.
• Analyze and incorporate quotes on bonds and insurance into estimates for review.
• Conduct small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluation.
• Perform subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification tasks.
• Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into estimates.
• Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors.
• Present estimating information in site and pre-bid meetings.
• Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies; make recommendations based on results.
• Develop project summary schedules.
• Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Support pre-construction services on client estimates and joint venture reviews.
• Develop and present estimating strategy and plan.
• Research cost history and update database(s).
• Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions.
• Evaluate fee, contingency, and escalation; make recommendations.
• Review specialty and standard equipment pricing for accuracy.
• Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose mitigation strategies.
• Review commercial terms and conditions for cost and risk items; present concerns to lead estimator.
• Ensure accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
• Analyze and price value engineering for submission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, and 3 years of direct project estimating experience required. Applicable experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• OSHA 10-hour certification required.

Skills

• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, ConEst, and K-Base.

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 10% of the time.

Location: US-MO-Kansas City