Burns & McDonnell

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

Burns & McDonnell$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field, plus 3 years of estimating experience; applicable experience may substitute for degree.
  • Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams.
  • Creative and analytical thinking skills to make sound decisions swiftly.
  • High attention to detail in all aspects of estimating.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and presentations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, ConEst, and K-Base software.
  • OSHA 10-hour certification necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed estimates and proposals for engineering and design-build construction projects.
  • Assemble material and labor costs for competitive bids.
  • Conduct evaluations of small and disadvantaged businesses during the bidding process.
  • Solicit and pre-qualify subcontractors relevant to project needs.
  • Analyze market rates for specialty and common equipment/material pricing.
  • Deliver comprehensive bid packages and present estimates at meetings.
  • Evaluate subcontractor labor and market conditions for strategic pricing.

Benefits

  • Full-time work hours with 10% travel required for site evaluations and collaboration.
  • Opportunity to gain experience in a diverse range of construction projects across multiple locations.
  • Engagement in an open-ended recruitment process, allowing for ongoing applications beyond the minimum posting duration.
  • Supportive environment for professional development through participation in pre-construction service tasks.
  • Involvement in a collaborative setting that values independent thinking and fast-paced decision-making.
Full Job Description
Description

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. 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.
  • 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 data base(s).
  • Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions.
  • Evaluate fee, contingency and escalation and make recommendations.
  • Responsible for reviewing 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.
  • Responsible 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.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field. and 3 years of direct project estimating experience required or
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient 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: 262665

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.
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