What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator-Construction position at AECOM?
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM Hunt is seeking a highly talented Senior Estimator to join our Hunt Construction group. This position will be supporting our Dallas, Texas location.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develops proficiency in the use of the Company estimating systems and processes.
Recognizes, understands and applies estimating terminology, measures, concepts and principles for compiling all types of estimates.
Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact the estimate and quantifies the impact.
Assists in analyzing and using estimates to predict key project issues.
Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of full project estimates. Provides complete conceptual and final estimating input.
Understands construction means, methods, and sequences-singe discipline.
Responsible for performing all aspects of estimating.
Assists in the preparation of the Estimate Plan.
Conducts work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard estimating techniques, procedures, and criteria.
May provide guidance to less experienced estimating personnel.
Develops wage rate build-ups.
Reads and interprets drawings, specifications, Requests-for-Proposals and contracts.
Develops detailed material take-offs for procurement of bulk materials.
Applies the various elements of the URS EC Division cost structure (overheads, G&A, insurance, etc.)
Develops cash flow schedules and estimates.
Knowledgeable of the CAES estimating system.
Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for subcontract and vendor quotes.
Prepares subcontract bid analysis for scope, cost, and price.
Understands Earned Value Management (EVMS) theory and application.
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
CM—AECOM Hunt
Founded in 1944, AECOM Hunt has earned a reputation for being unconditionally client-focused – delivering construction projects on schedule and within budget, no matter the scope. From iconic stadiums and arenas to next-gen transportation hubs to sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt deploys the latest technologies, industry-leading safety best practices, and highest ethical standards on every project. AECOM Hunt has proven time and again to be industry pioneers in delivering the most challenging projects by emphasizing quality and skill-utilization in all that we do. As evidenced by our long list of repeat clients, we focus on specific needs to create strong relationships and consistently exceed expectations.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirement:
- BA/BS 8 years of relevant construction estimating experience or AA/AS 10 years of relevant experience or HS 12 years of relevant experience.
OR
- BA/BS 10 years of relevant construction estimating experience or AA/AS 12 years of relevant experience or HS 14 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualification:
Commercial construction experience in public and private sector
Knowledge of Texas market cost influences
Large project experience > $150M
Additional Information
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10096101
Business Line: Construction Management
Business Group: CS
Strategic Business Unit: CM
Career Area: Survey & Estimation
Work Location Model: On-Site
