EPC Estimator - Oil, Gas & Chemicals (Houston/Kansas City)

Description

The EPC 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 Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 3 years of direct project estimating experience.
• 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

EEO / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans

Job Estimating

Primary Location US-TX-Houston

Other Locations US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule : Full-time

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID : 240252

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #CDB