Grid Lead Estimator
Black & Veatch, Jacksonville, FL, United States
Responsible for the direction and preparation of lump sum, unit rate and cost-plus estimates ranging from simple cost analysis to definitive estimates in support of proposals, project controls and project change orders encompassing all elements of electrical infrastructure. As a Lead Estimator for Substation, Transmission, Distribution, and Switchyard projects, you will be responsible for taking off, compiling, reviewing and submitting bids and proposals for high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the estimate or project plan.
Plan, coordinate, review, verify and analyze all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation.
Responsible for directing, training and developing subordinates.
Help maintain the company estimating database.
Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering Operations, Procurement and Construction.
Provide technical advice and assistance to the Project Manager in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity from a simple factored or curve-type analysis estimate to an extremely complex multi-billion-dollar lump sum bid.
Appraise overall accuracy of estimates and recommend contingencies for estimates such as Lump Sum bids, Defined Estimates and Interim Control Estimates.
Ensure the orderly flow of project assignments through the area in keeping with schedules and within manpower budgets.
Assist the Chief Estimator with an independent assessment of an estimate’s accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
Recommend detailed estimating procedures and techniques to be utilized in the development of the estimate.
Assist in planning and development of the necessary formal training programs to maintain and improve estimating techniques, procedures and capabilities for both new and experienced personnel.
Maintain familiarity with estimating and cost engineering developments and activities outside the company and assess their significance, suggesting application to company business where warranted.
Identify and assess improvement opportunities that will add value.
Champion continuous improvement efforts.
Assess and support the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
Proactively support, encourage and facilitate staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
Preferred Qualifications
BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required.
Preferred Skills
Complex estimating principles and practices including conceptual estimating (track new developments inside and outside the firm).
InEight and other estimating software skills.
Cost engineering.
Mathematical skills.
Project design scopes.
Consulting skills.
Planning skills.
Analytical skills.
Coordination and maintenance of the company estimating database.
Supervision.
Development of subordinates.
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts.
Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Access.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Presentation skills.
Planning and development of formal training programs.
Minimum Qualifications
8 to 20 years of relevant experience, including some estimating experience.
Field and/or project experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan EST: Estimating
Job Grade 017
Benefits Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes health care benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability, and a robust wellness program. We offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company-matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
EEO Statement BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
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Key Responsibilities
Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the estimate or project plan.
Plan, coordinate, review, verify and analyze all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation.
Responsible for directing, training and developing subordinates.
Help maintain the company estimating database.
Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering Operations, Procurement and Construction.
Provide technical advice and assistance to the Project Manager in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity from a simple factored or curve-type analysis estimate to an extremely complex multi-billion-dollar lump sum bid.
Appraise overall accuracy of estimates and recommend contingencies for estimates such as Lump Sum bids, Defined Estimates and Interim Control Estimates.
Ensure the orderly flow of project assignments through the area in keeping with schedules and within manpower budgets.
Assist the Chief Estimator with an independent assessment of an estimate’s accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
Recommend detailed estimating procedures and techniques to be utilized in the development of the estimate.
Assist in planning and development of the necessary formal training programs to maintain and improve estimating techniques, procedures and capabilities for both new and experienced personnel.
Maintain familiarity with estimating and cost engineering developments and activities outside the company and assess their significance, suggesting application to company business where warranted.
Identify and assess improvement opportunities that will add value.
Champion continuous improvement efforts.
Assess and support the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
Proactively support, encourage and facilitate staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
Preferred Qualifications
BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required.
Preferred Skills
Complex estimating principles and practices including conceptual estimating (track new developments inside and outside the firm).
InEight and other estimating software skills.
Cost engineering.
Mathematical skills.
Project design scopes.
Consulting skills.
Planning skills.
Analytical skills.
Coordination and maintenance of the company estimating database.
Supervision.
Development of subordinates.
Interpret and understand specifications and contracts.
Microsoft Excel.
Microsoft Access.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Presentation skills.
Planning and development of formal training programs.
Minimum Qualifications
8 to 20 years of relevant experience, including some estimating experience.
Field and/or project experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan EST: Estimating
Job Grade 017
Benefits Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes health care benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability, and a robust wellness program. We offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company-matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
EEO Statement BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
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