Burns & McDonnell · 6 hours ago
Senior Estimator - Facility Engineering Services (Kansas City)
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expBurns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Estimator to develop multi-discipline estimates for projects at the Kansas City National Security Campus. The role involves generating construction-related estimates and collaborating with project teams to ensure compliance with site requirements.
ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Jeremy Johnson
Responsibilities
Receive, schedule, and manage project estimate requests
Develop detailed quantity takeoffs and estimate reports for facilities projects. Must be able to accurately estimate a variety of construction disciplines, including but not limited to: HVAC, piping/plumbing, electrical, millwright work, structural, architectural, site work/excavation, concrete, masonry, and other common construction trades
Create, log, and distribute estimate reports
Evaluate contractor proposals for accuracy and reasonableness. Provide detailed feedback to the customer regarding estimate evaluations
Maintain historical estimate data and cost records
Evaluate site and market trends and adjust estimate strategies as needed. Generate various reports on site cost trends (overall project and discipline-specific)
Coordinate with project team members, including Project Managers, Design Engineers, Utility Engineers, and others to ensure estimates comply with site requirements
Actively develop relationships with all levels of the client organization, FES staff, and construction contractors
Participate in quality reviews for project designs. Review and evaluate constructability and cost effectiveness and provide feedback to the project team
Attend and participate in Pre-Bid Meetings
Develop Rough Order of Magnitude estimates for project initiations
Develop conceptual or future planning estimates
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited program, plus 7 years of closely related experience, Associate's degree plus 9 years of related experience or high school diploma plus 11 years of related experience
US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Security Clearance is required
Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications and apply the interpretation of project documents in the areas of constructability and execution costs
General understanding of all construction disciplines
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in a core estimating software is required
Must be proficient in the use of basic computer software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe/Bluebeam)
OSHA-10 or 30 Hour Certification (either existing, or the ability to obtain the certification through company-provided resources)
Preferred
Familiarity with government estimating requirements and estimate classes preferred
Proficiency in RS Means Online is preferred
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Leslie Duke
Chief Executive Officer
Alissa Schuessler
Chief Financial Officer
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