JE Dunn Construction · 2 weeks ago
Mechanical/Plumbing Estimating Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJE Dunn Construction is a company that has been successful for over 100 years by hiring inspired people and providing them with interesting work. The Senior Estimating Engineer will assist in preparing complex cost estimates for Mechanical/Plumbing scopes while developing professional skills and understanding the construction process.
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Responsibilities
Performs quantity survey of Mechanical/Plumbing 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 field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist
Prepares complete mechanical/plumbing cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals with manager review
Prepares and analyzes vendor quotes for estimate integration or detailed buyout analysis
Leads constructability reviews; coordinates with QA/QC and analyzes documents for potential challenges
Complete and review of mechanical options as part of the preconstruction process and completes systems analysis for select projects
Assists in the completion of bid analysis and provides input during the subcontractor selection process
Develops sequencing requirements of various systems and providing solutions to meet the schedule requirements
Thorough understanding of different mechanical/plumbing systems and ability to evaluate value engineering options with designers and owners
Develops scopes of work for mechanical/plumbing 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
Develop mechanical bidder’s list to project requirements
Assists with site logistics reviews including the development of temporary cooling / heating plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field
3+ years construction experience
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, including Building Connected, Accubid, Fast Duct, and Fast Pipe software or equivalent 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
Benefits
Professional Non-Union
Company
JE Dunn Construction
J. E. Dunn Construction Group is a privately-owned construction company engaging in the commercial construction industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Terry Dunn
Director of Field Operations
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