Senior Estimating Engineer

About the role

This Senior Estimating Engineer position reports to JE Dunn’s National Aviation Vertical. The role supports the preparation of complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals while learning JE Dunn processes and tools and developing professional skills. Activities are performed in alignment with the company’s strategy, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Core Estimating Family – Core: Perform quantity surveys of materials shown on project plans; read and outline project specifications; maintain an audit trail of quantity surveys; support vendor/subcontractor pricing solicitation and coordination; distribute plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors; collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients; gain self-perform estimating experience; and pursue field operational exposure through onsite project support when opportunities arise.
• Senior Estimating Engineer – Additional Core: Prepare complete cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals with manager review; prepare and analyze vendor quotes for estimate integration or detailed buyout analysis; develop value creation items and coordinate with the design team and applicable consultants; lead constructability reviews and coordinate with QA/QC to analyze documents for potential challenges; develop scopes of work for most, including complex, trades and receive and analyze subcontractor/vendor proposals; provide coordination input and share subject matter expertise to advance team development; manage estimate revisions to maintain preconstruction schedules and advance projects to the next design phase; and present estimates to clients with support as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in construction estimating software and required construction technology
• Knowledge of construction management means and methods
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within internal and external teams

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
• Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the above

Experience

• 3+ years of construction experience

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• May require periods of overnight travel
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling