Staff Estimator - Transmission & Distribution

**Description** The Staff Estimator will be responsible for performing FEL 1, 2 and 3 estimates, participating in the development of EPC and bid check estimates for Midstream projects (emphasis on renewable gas plants and compressor stations). This position will develop accurate bottom-up estimates credible and professionally while minimizing risk to the company. + Develop factored and bottoms up FEL 1, 2 and 3 (conceptual, feasibility and budget authorization) estimates for pipeline facility projects, and in particular renewable gas plants and compressor stations. + 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 project summary schedules for validity. + Support the development of risk registers and assist the risk review process. + Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced. + Participate in project team reviews for estimating quantities and scope of project. + Responsible for reviewing and incorporating quotes on bonds and insurance. + Perform small and disadvantaged business solicitations and evaluations. + Support 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. + Support the development of general conditions, indirect costs and review with project management team. + Support the review of final estimate and presentation to management. + Present the estimate to internal and external clients. + Support the Section Manager in the determination of a man hour estimate for the required estimating effort. + Review and validate value engineering items, alternates, and options. + Responsible for updating cost history and database management. + All other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 3 years of direct project estimating experience required. + 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. + Experience with estimating software preferred. + Experience with oil, gas, chemical, power, or industrial construction practices preferred. + OSHA 10-hour certification required. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans **Job** Estimating **Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City **Other Locations** US-TX-Houston **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time **Req ID:** 261160 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-MF #CDB