Burns & McDonnell

Senior Estimator - Energy (Kansas City/Houston)

Burns & McDonnell • $90K — $120K *
Kansas City, MO 64118In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
4 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 7 years of direct project estimating experience.
  • Substitution of applicable experience for degree is acceptable.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating creative and analytical thinking.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ConEst, and K-base applications.
  • OSHA 10-hour certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating strategy for Construction Design-Build and EPC projects.
  • Review and approve project summary schedules to ensure validity.
  • Manage workload scheduling for timely deliverables.
  • Conduct risk reviews and manage estimating risk processes.
  • Ensure compliance with estimating methodology for quality output.
  • Lead project team reviews for scope and quantity estimates.
  • Approve and review subcontractor bid packages before quote transmission.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of projects.
  • Engagement in a risk review process that enhances decision-making.
  • Chance to mentor and train junior staff, fostering professional growth.
  • Exposure to client interactions and presentation skills development.
Full Job Description
Description

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading Construction Design-Build and EPC estimates and proposals for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. This position will assist clients in making fact-based decisions by presenting accurate estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.
  • Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts.
  • Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
  • Manage workload scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Lead risk review process.
  • Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology insuring quality estimates are produced.
  • Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving quotes on bonds and insurance.
  • Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations.
  • Lead subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification reviews.
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving specialty and standard equipment pricing.
  • Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
  • Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
  • Responsible for the review of final estimate before management review and proposal presentation.
  • Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
  • Responsible for cost history, data base management and estimating process.
  • Approve price general conditions, indirect costs and review as provided by project management team.
  • Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation.
  • Provide man hour quotes for required estimating effort.
  • Develop strategy on contract partnering agreements.
  • Prepare and present estimating data for risk review process.
  • Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews.
  • Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
  • Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
  • Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
  • Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
  • Train and mentor staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 7 years of direct project estimating experience required.
  • Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Expert with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-base.
  • OSHA 10-hour certification required.

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

Job Estimating

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations US-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 262662

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MF #CDB

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
Learn more about Burns & McDonnell
Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
* Ladders Estimates

Similar Jobs

Ad banner background

Get Ready For Your
Next Interview

More Jobs at Burns & McDonnell

More Energy & Utilities Jobs

Find similar Senior Estimator - Energy (Kansas City/Houston) jobs:

NationwideKansas City, MO