Sr. Project Estimator- Construction
Talent Software Services
Sr. Project Estimator- Construction Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Sr. Project Estimator- Construction for a contract position in Detroit, MI. The opportunity will be 12 months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
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- Assists the project management teams by developing, monitoring, and updating estimates and/or an integrated project plan so that the project may be executed in the most efficient manner possible. Applies methods and techniques, standards, processes, procedures, guidelines, and templates, to efficiently manage, develop, and control project estimates. Assignments are received in the form of results expected, within operating policies and procedures. Incumbent has the discretion to select from alternative approaches; decisions may involve changes to normal work processes.
- Assist project management teams by developing, monitoring, and updating project estimates.
- Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates, Budgetary estimates, Unit pricing, and Definitive (detailed) estimates.
- Assist the project management team in reviewing design documents or scope packages for completeness.
- Assist project management team in reviewing contractor and engineering estimates; validation of quantities and contractors/engineering estimates.
- Review and challenge the submitted contractor bids for scope accuracy and optimal pricing.
- Review change orders for scope and cost accuracy.
- Develop estimated details by WBS to cost load project schedules.
- Analyze costs; perform risk analysis, benchmarking, value engineering, constructability review, and claim analysis.
- Provides expertise and develops methods and techniques, standards, processes, procedures, guidelines, and templates, for project controls organization, to support efficient development, management, control, and integration of projects plans.
- Ensures that required project estimating and/or planning controls are appropriately implemented and maintained.
- Participates in continuous improvement of the estimating organization by capturing lessons learned and participating in after-action reviews.
- Ability to work in a 'team' and/or 'matrixed' structure, supporting multiple clients.
- Flexibility & the ability to work with shifting priorities; embrace new/evolving responsibilities.
- Minimum of 5 years of construction estimating experience within utilities, with a strong preference for electric utility projects
- Proven experience estimating large-dollar projects ; exposure to multi-million-dollar estimates is required
- While the preference is for local candidates , consideration is open to qualified applicants from the Midwest region .
- High School or GED, & 10 years of job-relevant Electrical Journeyman estimating experience, or an Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field and the knowledge/capabilities typically acquired through 8 years of job-relevant experience in estimating electrical systems.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related field and the knowledge/capabilities typically acquired through 6 years of job-relevant experience in estimating electrical systems.
- Intermediate to advanced level skills in using Microsoft Excel.
- 4 years of understanding Electrical systems, reading plans, calculating labour/material costs and experience in working on large construction projects, preferably renewables (Solar, Wind, etc.).
- Electrical Work (Substations, OH and UG cable work).
- Estimating all project costs (i.e., engineering, design, project management, construction, commissioning, etc.).
- Familiarity to intermediate level experience using On-screen take off, or any other estimating software.
- May require the physical ability to work in a power plant environment (e.g., climb stairs, work in hot, confined environments).
- Occasional travel to project sites as needed to support project teams and contractor walkdowns.
- Communicates effectively (verbally & in writing) with individuals at all levels, inside and outside the Corporation.
- Written and verbal communication & advocacy skills consistent with the ability to present results of projects & research and engage in persuasive written & verbal interaction with all levels of the business unit.
- Analytical & problem-solving skills consistent with the ability to identify key issues from a broad range of alternatives and recommend optimal solutions for various situations.
- Ability to develop/coordinate cross-functional work groups and projects, yielding optimal outcomes.
- Working knowledge of financial & economic analysis, project & risk management.
If this job is a match for your background, we would be honoured to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities, including contract, contract to hire, and permanent placement. Let's talk!
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