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4.3

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1 Burns & McDonnell Estimator Job

Estimator - Power (CDB)

Burns McDonnell

4.3

based on 310 Reviews

5-11 years

Mumbai

1 vacancy

Estimator - Power (CDB)

Burns & McDonnell

posted 4mon ago

Job Role Insights

Flexible timing

Key skills for the job

Costing Excel Construction Change Management EPC RFP

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Job Description

Working with the US counterparts and the team on project direct and indirect cost estimates independently or in a group
Estimating complete power generation projects in accordance with the industry standards and client specifications
Completing subcontractor and material supplier bid tabulations, performing detailed cost analysis of project risk, and finalizing comprehensive proposals for project stakeholders
Working with engineers, operations department, and construction personnel to identify and review work to be estimated, including review of Request For Proposal (RFP), drawings, specifications, and related internally and externally generated documents
Including time and material requirements, labor resources (costs and quantities) and where necessary, the estimator will analyze regional labor rates and per diems to be used in the estimate
Preparing material take-offs, developing corresponding estimates as well as obtaining quotations from vendors and subcontractors for materials and contracted tasks not being performed by the company while collaborating with the Engineering and Design teams
Conferring with internal and external groups (engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors) on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Identifying opportunities, risks, and contingencies throughout the project duration
Scope change management
Understanding of cost index and escalation projections
Building a conceptual estimate with minimal engineering documents
Working with estimating software like Aspen, CostOS, Heavybid, InEight or excel templates already developed for estimation
Leading project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project
Reviewing and approving quotes on bonds and insurance
Leading subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification reviews
Reviewing and approving specialty and standard equipment pricing
Reviewing and verifying subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes
Presenting the estimate to internal and external clients
Participating actively in the review of final estimate before management review and proposal presentation
Being responsible for cost history, database management and estimating process
Making final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation
Providing manhour quotes for required estimating effort
Developing strategy on contract partnering agreements
Preparing and presenting estimating data for risk review process
Verifying and approving estimates for joint venture reviews
Reviewing commercial terms and conditions and addressing risk issues
Reviewing and validating value engineering items, alternates, and options
Being responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions
All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum diploma or bachelor s degree in any specialization or related field (Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement)
Minimum 5 years of construction experience estimating power generation EPC projects with detailed knowledge and experience applying estimating fundamentals
Intermediate level knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes and knowledge of all types of power plants
Advanced knowledge and understanding of fixed price, time and materials, cost plus fixed fee, GMAX, and per unit contract pricing mechanisms
Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions
Working knowledge of Advance Excel is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office,Aspen, CostOS, Heavybid, InEight or similar software or excel templates
Interest to learn and develop estimation skills and software skills in various industries
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
OSHA 10-hour safety certification required

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

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