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Staff Estimator - Transmission & Distribution

Burns & McDonnell

Responsibilities Develop factored and bottoms up FEL 1, 2 and 3 (conceptual, feasibility and budget authorization) estimates for pipeline facility projects, and in particular renewable gas plants and compressor stations. Develop estimate schedules to manage workload and ensure timely completion of estimates. Review RFP and engineering documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work. Responsible for detail documentation of quantity take offs and constructability analysis. Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions. Review project summary schedules for validity. Support the development of risk registers and assist the risk review process. Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced. Participate in project team reviews for estimating quantities and scope of project. Responsible for reviewing and incorporating quotes on bonds and insurance. Perform small and disadvantaged business solicitations and evaluations. Support subcontractor pre-qualification, solicitation and bid reviews. Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes. Responsible for reviewing and incorporating specialty and standard equipment and material pricing. Support the development of general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team. Support the review of final estimate and presentation to management. Present the estimate to internal and external clients. Support the Section Manager in the determination of a man hour estimate for the required estimating effort. Review and validate value engineering items, alternates, and options. Responsible for updating cost history and database management. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 3 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. Demonstrated attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Experience with estimating software preferred. Experience with oil, gas, chemical, power, or industrial construction practices preferred. OSHA 10-hour certification required. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr Burns & McDonnell

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