Estimator II

Overview

The Estimator II at E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. will develop cost estimates from conceptual design through construction, monitor and reconcile the cost estimate as the design progresses, and participate in pre-award value engineering and constructability review discussions.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual cost estimates from preliminary planning documents, price alternatives and options, and offer opinions of probable cost for different phasing scenarios.
• Develop detailed cost estimates from engineering drawings; proactively identify deficiencies and/or questions; and actively assist the project team toward the answers.
• Actively reconcile internal estimates with those prepared by third-parties; engage third-party entities in an informative, collaborative reconciliation; and communicate the results of the reconciliation effort.
• Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why.
• Prepare and review material take-offs from planning documents as well as engineering drawings.
• Prepare conceptual and comparative cost study estimates from preliminary sketches.
• Prepare detailed breakdown of components and elements of estimates for systems and subsystems.
• Prepare estimates by applying unit rates for man hours, labor dollars, material dollars, and construction equipment dollars and all-in unit cost determination, calculate extensions and the application of standard factors, overhead rates and fees.
• Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates.
• Prepare and/or review final Engineer's estimate.
• Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and equitable cost allowance for scope changes.
• Support the change management process for projects underway or being planned.
• Review change order proposals and assist with the determination of merit.
• Review the scope specified within the proposal to ensure it includes appropriate scope.
• Review labor rates to ensure conformance to the contract specifications.
• Review labor productivity to ensure that the labor hours are in conformance with working restrictions, overtime is appropriate, etc.
• Review quantities and ensure there is a fair and reasonable representation of additional scope, as well as possible credits.
• Review material pricing and validate against pricing references.
• Review pre-purchased material or equipment and/or equipment rental rates against fair and reasonable pricing references.
• Review contractor mark-ups to ensure that the correct mark-ups are being used and that any mark-up caps are not exceeded.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications:
  • Must have pipeline experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field with 3+ years estimating experience, including some experience in supporting active horizontal/utility construction projects.
  • Experience in civil and underground utility estimating experience directly related to both engineering and construction projects.
  • Proactive, firm, and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing.
  • Knowledgeable of presenting graphical data as related to estimating.
  • Proven accuracy, reliability, and completeness in job accomplishment.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience with estimating presentation to upper management.
• Hardware/Software Knowledge:
  • Must have Heavy Bid experience.
  • Thorough familiarity with MS office suite software - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Proficient with large-scale estimating software.
  • Proficient with Adobe Acrobat.
  • Knowledge of work with various types of contracting methods such as, Design/Bid/Build (DBB), Design Build (DB), Construction Management At Risk (CMAR), Guarantee Maximum Price (GPM), etc.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in estimating formats.
  • Experience with industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources.

Benefits

• E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.
• The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $125,000.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day. Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP).

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.