Senior Estimating Engineer

Senior Estimating Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30339 Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company's rewards, we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years. Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

Role Summary The Senior Estimating Engineer will continue learning JE Dunn processes and tools and developing professional skills while assisting with the preparation of more complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. This position will be responsible for participating in the many facets of the construction and estimating process in order to develop a greater understanding of the building process and how JE Dunn executes projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor Career Path: Estimating Manager 1 Key Role Responsibilities - Core ESTIMATING FAMILY - CORE Performs quantity survey of materials shown on project plans. Reads and outlines project specifications. Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate. Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination. Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors. Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients. Gains self-perform estimating experience. Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist. Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core SENIOR ESTIMATING ENGINEER In addition, this position will be responsible for the following: Prepares complete cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals with manager review. Prepares and analyzes vendor quotes for estimate integration or detailed buyout analysis. Develops value creation items and coordinates with design team and applicable consultants. Leads constructability reviews; coordinates with QA/QC and analyzes documents for potential challenges. Develops scopes of work for most, including complex, trades and receives and analyzes subcontractor/vendor proposals. Provides coordination input and willingly shares subject matter expertise in order to advance team development. Manages estimate revisions in order to maintain preconstruction schedule and advance project to next design phase. Presents estimates to clients with support as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner. Communication skills, verbal and written. Proficiency in MS Office. Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications. Proficiency in construction estimating software. Proficiency in required construction technology. Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management. 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 a team, internally and externally. Education Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience 3+ years 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

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.