Senior Estimator
hace 8 días
Harrison
Job Description AMECO is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating functions for an assigned area, providing the services, procedures, and methods needed for the timely and accurate issuance of estimates and supporting documentation to clients and project management. This position ensures that departmental and company requirements are met in responding to estimating requests, and may direct the quantitative development of material, labor, and subcontract take-offs as well as the coordination of information among Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, and Maintenance. This position conducts work directly related to management or general business operations in an organization or functional area. The work requires advanced knowledge gained from a prolonged course of specialized instruction, experience, and expertise, and includes the consistent exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance. On large to mid-sized or multiple projects, the individual, if on the leadership track, may act independently or may direct a staff of other estimating professionals. If on a technical track, the individual will report to an upper-level estimator on mega or extremely large-sized projects. Key Responsibilities: • Responsible for personal safety as well as the safety of co-workers., • Provide services, procedures, and methods for the timely and accurate responses to client, project management, departmental, and company requirements., • Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team., • Lead the development of the total project estimate; detailed and/or conceptual., • Prepare the total Project Basis of Estimate., • Prepare the Estimate Risk Analysis and make cost contingency recommendations., • Arrange and conduct department, discipline, and project estimate reviews., • Participate in the presentation of the estimate to AMECO and client management; learning how to sell an estimate., • Assist in estimate completion activities and estimate turnover to the project team., • Develop and conduct estimating training programs., • Refine supervising and coaching skills., • Initiate and/or participate in developmental activities., • Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines., • Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines., • Plan and organize own work assignments, as well as carry out tasks from management staff., • Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards., • Adhere to and support AMECO's Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Sustainability Policies., • Effectively develop and apply the Core Skills to the job., • Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality., • Other duties as assigned. Other Job Duties & Responsibilities: • Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations or by networking with other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry., • Update, as required, common rates that are used in the business line estimates., • Be active in knowledge management portals and communities regarding forum questions and discussions., • Be knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions. Infrastructure: • Develop complex quantity take-offs and accurately and efficiently take-off, analyze, and summarize quantities., • Develop bid packages, write scopes of work, and prepare bid forms with bid quantities., • Drive low-cost solutions and engage in value engineering processes across multiple disciplines. Education Requirements: Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in an applicable field of study and twelve (12) years of work-related experience, or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to sixteen (16) years if non-degreed. Some locations may have additional or different qualifications to comply with local requirements. *These are the typical years of experience required for this job. Current AMECO employees may be considered for this position either sooner or later, depending on individual performance, potential, and job availability. This applies to all jobs across all functions. Minimum Qualifications: • Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include, but are not limited to, management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors., • Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job., • Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines., • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner. Preferred Qualifications: • Seasoned expertise to ensure that all pertinent information is updated in relation to the present scope of work., • Should be involved with an Estimating professional society., • Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the AMECO Estimating Systems or five (5) years of experience using industry-recognized estimating systems., • Minimum of two (2) years of field experience, preferably in project controls, construction, contracts, or estimating., • Demonstrate strong technical ability, combined with communication skills, to lead estimate development., • Knowledgeable about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating., • Knowledgeable about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution., • Knowledgeable about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures, and Project Status Reports., • Recognized as being proficient in the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, AMECO Services Costs, Escalation, Selling an Estimate, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Insurance, Performance Bonds & Letter of Credit Costs, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Use of Allowances, Cost Contingency, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model's Template, Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Comparison Analyst, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS – Experience Management System), and Procurement, including a comprehensive understanding of Purchase Order, Budget Quotations, and "Procurement Action – Request for Proposal" (PARP) and "Procurement Action – Request for Quotation" (PARQ) work processes., • Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision, in the following areas: Currency fluctuation and tax costs., • Good analytical and computer skills. Certifications, Licenses, Registration: None specified. Supervisory Responsibilities: On large to mid-sized or multiple projects, a Senior Estimator on the leadership track may direct a staff of other estimating professionals. On the technical track, the individual reports to an upper-level estimator on mega or extremely large-sized projects. Physical Demands/Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Frequently required to sit, use a computer, and perform data entry., • Regular use of office equipment including computers, telephones, and printers., • Must possess visual acuity sufficient to review detailed financial and contractual documents., • Occasional lifting and carrying of files or office materials up to 20 pounds., • May occasionally visit project sites or operational facilities as required. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Generally favorable indoor office workspace, and/or;, • Various levels of environmental conditions including, but not limited to, project worksites and vendor/client facilities which may have temporary office space, moving mechanical parts and vibration; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme temperatures; and high noise levels. Travel Requirements: May need to travel to attend to business-related matters. Joining the A-Team What We Offer We are committed to investing in our associates by providing meaningful career development opportunities, ongoing professional training, leadership advancement pathways, organizational stability, and a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include: • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentive opportunities designed to reward individual and organizational success, • Executive-level leadership development and continuing education opportunities, • Comprehensive medical coverage, including PPO and High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) options with Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) eligibility, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Eight (8) paid company holidays annually, • Generous paid time off (PTO) program, • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%, • Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and additional Life Insurance coverage, • Additional executive benefits and perquisites may be available based on role eligibility At AMECO, we recognize that our success is driven by exceptional people. We are dedicated to supporting our leaders with the resources, benefits, and opportunities they need to thrive personally and professionally. Who We Are AMECO is a full-service, global leader in integrated Site Services®, including scaffold material, design, and labor; tools; specialty rental and supply; construction equipment; vehicles; fleet services; energy solutions; workforce hydration; temporary facilities; and other site support solutions. Since 1947, we have partnered with industry leaders, facility owners, contractors, and government agencies to improve operational performance, increase productivity, and reduce project costs, no matter the scale: small, large, or truly epic. At AMECO, expertise is more than a capability. It is our commitment. We leverage the knowledge, experience, and resources of our people to deliver innovative solutions that help our clients achieve greater efficiency, reliability, and project success. Our proven track record spans capital construction projects and ongoing facility operations throughout North America. We specialize in managing critical indirect construction products and services while delivering measurable results through increased productivity, schedule certainty, cost optimization, and operational excellence. AMECO serves a diverse range of industries, including: • Power Generation, • Advanced Manufacturing & Technology, • Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, • Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), • Chemical Processing, • Infrastructure, • Marine, • Metals & Minerals, • Government & Rapid Response, • Commercial Construction Through our comprehensive Site Services® solutions and customer-focused approach, we help clients maximize asset utilization, enhance performance, and successfully execute projects from planning to completion, and throughout operations and maintenance. At AMECO, we don't just support projects. We unlock possibilities onsite, working together to make sites operate safely and efficiently, no matter the scale or complexity.
