Staff Estimator - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (Kansas City/Houston)

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

About the role

The Staff Estimator is responsible for preparation of all levels of estimates and proposals relating to their discipline(s) that are required to support the engineering and design-build construction projects within the Oil & Gas industry. This position will prepare and present lump sum bids, proposals, unit cost and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for construction projects.
• Analyze and incorporate quotes on bonds and insurance into the estimate for review.
• Conduct small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluation.
• Conduct subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification tasks.
• Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into the estimate.
• Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors.
• Present estimating information in site and pre-bid meetings.
• Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies, and make recommendations based on those 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 and make recommendations.
• Review specialty and standard equipment pricing.
• Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy.
• Review commercial terms and conditions for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator.
• Ensure the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
• Analyze and price value engineering for submission.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies 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 be substituted 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

Locations

• US-MO-Kansas City (Primary)
• US-TX-Houston (Other)