Sr Estimator
General Management
CDMX (Mexico)
Ref: LD4643 April 3, 2024 ENERGY, WATER AND GAS
FUNCTIONS
Transmission & Distribution SENIOR ESTIMATOR The Senior Estimator will be responsible for performing Class 3, 4 and 5 estimates, leading and developing EPC and bid check estimates and bids for Transmission & Distribution projects. This position will develop accurate bottoms up estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company. JOB DUTIES • Develop factored and bottoms up Class 5, 4 and 3 (conceptual, feasibility and budget authorization) estimates for transmission and distribution projects (lines and stations) • Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts. • 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 and approve project summary schedules for validity. • Develop risk registers and assist risk review process. • Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues. • Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced. • Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project. • Responsible for reviewing and incorporating quotes on bonds and insurance. • Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations. • Lead 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. • Estimate general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team • Responsible for the review of final estimate and presentation to management • Present the estimate to internal and external clients. • Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation. • Provide man hour quotes for required estimating effort and review with Section Manager • Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews. • Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options. • Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services. • Responsible for updating cost history and data base management. • Train and mentor staff. • All other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. • 7 years of experience with transmission and distribution EPC or construction contractors estimating or in the field • 4 years of estimating experience • Must have extensive knowledge and experience developing estimates and bidding T&D construction work • Must be very familiar with factors that affect work productivity, be able to identify them and appropriately incorporate them into cost estimates • Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office and in particular Excel. • May be required to obtain an OSHA 10 hour safety certificationApply now
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