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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 29d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Estimating Engineer prepares complex cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. They lead constructability reviews, develop scopes of work for trades, and manage estimate revisions to maintain preconstruction schedules.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Candidates must have at least 3 years of construction experience and proficiency in estimating software and MS Office.
Full job description
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)
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 is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [email protected]
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.
JE Dunn Construction is a family- and employee-owned company with offices in 26 locations across 17 states.
Industry
Construction
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1924
Headquarters
Kansas City, MO
LinkedIn followers
246,419
JE Dunn Construction is a family- and employee-owned company and the sixth-largest domestic general contractor in the United States, with 26 offices nationwide. We provide construction management, design-build, and integrated construction services across a wide range of markets. From design and preconstruction through closeout, we work in close partnership with our clients to deliver safe, high-quality projects nationwide. Building authentic partnerships and a shared commitment to doing the right thing guides our work.
John Ernest (Ernie) Dunn founded JE Dunn Construction Company in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1924. His philosophy was simple: Treat people fairly and offer clients quality service at a fair price. His vision and approach to conducting business still influence our people and our work today.
Since our founding, JE Dunn has grown into a trusted partner with offices in 17 states. Our longevity and continued growth are a direct result of our people and the relationships they build every day. We take a resolute responsibility for our role in each project and for the communities we serve.
At JE Dunn, people come first. As an employee-owned construction company, we’ve spent more than 100 years creating a culture of inclusion and belonging. Our success is powered by our people and our shared commitment to doing the right thing, giving back, and building authentic partnerships in the communities where we live and work. These principles drive our vision to enrich lives through inspired people and places.
We believe successful projects start with people. Our teams take time to understand each client’s journey and remain flexible, accountable, and transparent from start to finish. Through unmatched communication and ongoing collaboration, we bring the right people and the right tools together to support informed decisions, reduce risk, and deliver outcomes aligned with project goals.
Ready to work with us? Learn more at jedunn.com.
Offices: 1001 Locust St, Kansas City, MO 64106, US · 2555 Cumberland Pkwy SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, US · 1601 S Mo Pac Expy, Suite 450, Austin, Texas 78746, US · 10807 New Allegiance Dr, Suite 145, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80921, US · 14951 N Dallas Pkwy, Suite 700, Dallas, Texas 75254, US
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