HDR

Project Controls - Estimator II

HDR • $75K — $95K *
Ann Arbor, MI 48103In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in competitive estimating and cost risk assessment
  • Knowledge of EPC estimating methods, processes, and procedures
  • Experience with Lump Sum Design Build estimates and detailed design packages
  • Proficient in Primavera and Timberline estimating software
  • Understanding of market pricing and cost management via Work Breakdown Structures
  • Commitment to an employee-owned culture; visa sponsorship not available for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and review capital and construction cost estimates across various sectors
  • Utilize a crew-based approach to form multidisciplinary teams for estimating
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and analyses from design drawings
  • Manage cost estimate databases and gather relevant data
  • Prepare documentation outlining basis and assumptions of cost estimates
  • Ensure thoroughness in assessing cost risks based on contract terms.
  • Adapt to additional duties as required in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

  • Employee ownership culture fostering collaboration.
  • Professional development opportunities through training and certifications.
  • Access to advanced estimating software tools and resources.
  • Diverse project involvement across Waste, Power, and Industrial sectors.
Full Job Description
As an Estimator II your primary focus will include the development and review of capital cost estimates, construction cost estimates and/or service estimates for a variety of different market sectors including Waste, Power and Industrial. Development of these estimates will typically require application of a crew-based approach including formation of crews from multiple disciplines along with performing quantity takeoffs and estimates from design drawings. Other responsibilities include data gathering and analysis, cost estimate database management, preparing basis and assumptions documentation, and performing other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Preference given to local candidates
  • Certifications (one or more): AEP, CPE, CCT, CEP, PSP, EVP, PMI-SP, PMP, CCM, PRMP, EIT, PE
  • Knowledge and proficiency of estimating software (e.g., Sage, Assemble, RS Means)
  • Knowledge of project scheduling, including use of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
  • The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of electrical equipment and materials and be knowledgeable in electrical construction methodologies
  • The ability to develop and interpret consturction schedules


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in producing estimates in a competitive environment and assessing cost risks based on contract terms and conditions relative to a cost estimate
  • Knowledge of EPC estimating methods, processes, and procedures, in addition to the estimate types, classifications, and components.
  • Experience with Lump Sum Design Build estimates. Specifically understands detail level estimates and design packages
  • Knowledge of market pricing and pricing sources in the area of specialization.
  • Knowledge of Work Breakdown Structures necessary for cost management
  • Must be proficient with Primavera and Timberline
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  • Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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