Estimating Engineer 2 - Commercial Construction

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success.By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company's rewards, we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.Role SummaryThe Estimating Engineer 2 will continue learning JE Dunn processes and tools and develop professional skills while assisting with the preparation of cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals. This position will experience many facets of the construction and estimating process in order to develop an understanding of the building process and how JE Dunn executes projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.* Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor* Career Path: Senior Estimating EngineerKey Role Responsibilities - CoreESTIMATING FAMILY - COREPerforms quantity survey of materials shown on project plans.Reads and outlines project specifications.Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.Gains self-perform estimating experience.Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.Key Role Responsibilities - Additional CoreESTIMATING ENGINEER 2In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:Prepares basic components of cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals.Solicits, coordinates, and compiles vendor quotes for estimate team evaluation.Assists with pricing and tracking of value creation items from development through estimate inclusion.Participates in constructability reviews; documents QA/QC input and ensures estimate integration.Assists with developing scopes of work for basic trades and receives and analyzes subcontractor/vendor proposals. Provides coordination input to complete project needs.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely mannerCommunication skills, verbal and writtenProficiency in MS OfficeAbility to read and understand drawings and specificationsProficiency in construction estimating softwareProficiency in required construction technologyKnowledge of the means and methods of construction managementAbility to learn quantity surveysKnowledge of specific trades and scopes of workKnowledge of Lean process and philosophyAbility to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externallyEducation** Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field* In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.Experience** 2+ years construction experienceWorking EnvironmentMust be able to lift up to 10 poundsMay require periods of overnight travelMust be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needsNormal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer ScreenOccasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, PullingBenefits InformationThe benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.Click here for benefits details.This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.comJE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.Requisition ID: 60711Why People Work HereAt JE Dunn we offer our employees an inspired place to enrich their life and the lives of those around themBuilding on our rich history, our employee owners are shaping the future of JE Dunn. In our team-focused environment we do life together and are generously rewarded for our effortsAbout JE DunnFor more information on who we are, click here.EEO NOTICESKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalCalifornia Privacy PolicyE-VerifyJE Dunn participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program.E-Verify Participation (English and Spanish)Right to Work (English)Right to Work (Spanish)