W.E. O'Neil Construction Company

Estimating Engineer

Littleton, CO

Full-time

$60,000-$85,000

About This Job

Description

The primary function of the Estimating Engineer is to provide support to the entire estimating staff on

preconstruction and bid efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Skills

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Has familiarity with the roles and responsibilities of Project Engineers, Project Managers, Project

Administrators, Superintendents and Preconstruction

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Basic understanding of CPM software and schedule creation. Thorough ability to interpret milestones of CPM schedule as it relates to procurement, lead times, schedule activity durations, and critical path

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Understands importance of accurate quantity takeoffs

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Exposure to WEO general conditions/requirements and how they relate to project budgets

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Exposure to basics of bid day organization

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Basic understanding of how / why clarifications, and qualifications affect the estimate

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Basic understanding of subcontractor trades, scopes and CSI numbering

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Ability to analyze subcontractor proposals, identify scope items, differences and exclusions

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Develop Subcontractor relationships understanding of what and what not to say to subcontractors

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Scope preparation and trade knowledge to support preliminary estimates

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Understands the need to track cost differences between progress estimates

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Ability to research unit pricing

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Ability to quantify and distinguish between materials

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Understands that plugs are required for scope not shown on conceptual plans

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Understand what GC’s, overhead and fee are

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Understand the basic use and function of “contingency"

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Understands substitution process to generate cost saving ideas

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Utilizes lessons learned to improve future work product

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Ability to understand what risk is within estimates and learn techniques to mitigate it

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Basic understanding of risk with subcontractors and takes appropriate actions to protect WEO position. In particular, understands standard exclusions and their implications

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Basic understanding of Sub Guard Liability Insurance vs. subcontractor bonding and how it affects the estimate

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Think Strategically – Considers a broad range of internal and external factors when solving problems and making decisions; prioritizes team efforts accordingly

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Use Sound Judgment – Makes timely and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, knows when to consult others

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Innovate – Generates new ideas; goes beyond the status quo; recognizes the need for new or modified approaches; brings ideas and various possible solutions together and combines them in creative ways

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Uses Technical / Functional Expertise - Is regarded as an expert in the technical / functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate

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Knows the Business – Shows understanding of issues relevant to the broad organization and business; keeps that knowledge up to date; has and uses interdepartmental knowledge

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Commit to Quality – Understands the need to deliver quality products, services, and processes

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Focus on Customer Needs – Takes action to meet customer needs; continually searches for ways to

increase customer satisfaction

➢ Has exposure to the creation of effective proposals covering a wide range of formats in response to RFPs

to meet owner’s needs

Management Skills

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Work Efficiently – Allocates one’s own time efficiently; handles multiple demands and competing priorities; efficiently processes paperwork

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Establish Plans – Develops short and long range plans that are appropriately comprehensive, realistic, and effective in meeting goals

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Develop Systems and Processes – Identifies and implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing work

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Understands Deadlines – Everything done in the Estimating Department has to be completed by a specified deadline. Uses appropriate tools to manage and meet all deadlines.

Qualifications

Preferred Four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience in a related field.

Understands and effectively uses company software programs and systems:

a.) Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel) and can adequately use PowerPoint

b.) Proficiency in Outlook and has the ability to manage calendars, address books, tasks and email

c.) Ability to navigate and manage files and folders in cloud based platforms, such as Box.com and

Dropbox

d.) On Screen Takeoff

e.) WebEx and Skype for Business

f.) Online Solicitation Software

g.) Bluebeam Revu

h.) PlanGrid

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Basic understanding of scheduling and CMiC applications

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Understanding of basic construction administration processes, including construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement

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Effective oral and written communication skills

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Basic time management and organization skills

Benefits

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100% ESOP

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Competitive Pay

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Bonus Program

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Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

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PTO/Sick

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100% Life Insurance

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401(K) with Match

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Student Debt Program

Physical Demands:

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to use construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction, when visiting a WEO job site. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear and stand throughout the workday.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in one of WEO’s California regional offices and on occasion may be required to visit the construction work site where the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

These are considered the core responsibilities of the position. Employees are encouraged to reach beyond their current responsibilities in an effort to foster professional growth, but only as they are able to remain accountable for their core responsibilities.

Equal Employment:

W.E. O’Neil is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

About W.E. O'Neil Construction

Building Great Relationships since 1925! 100% employee-owned general contractor. We build nationally, with locations in AZ, CA, CO, IL, TN, and TX.

W.E. O'Neil Construction has seen steady growth since its founding in 1925 in Chicago by the O'Neil family. Now 100% employee-owned (ESOP), we embrace people as our number one asset.

Our award-winning teams are recognized as industry leaders. Our longevity can be attributed to our excellent staff of professionals, our integrity, our commitment to customer satisfaction, and our ability to embrace technology. Our combination of the financial strength of a large national contractor and the responsiveness of a small company brings the best of both worlds to our clients.

Our experience covers virtually every commercial market sector using a broad range of project delivery methods including design-build, design assist, construction management at risk and lump sum bid.