**Description** The Transportation Estimator is responsible for preparation of all levels of estimates and proposals relating to their discipline(s) that are required to support the engineering and design-build construction projects. This position will prepare and present lump sum bids, proposals, unit cost and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. + Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for construction projects. + Analyze and incorporate quotes on bonds and insurance into the estimate for review. + Conduct small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluation. + Conduct subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification tasks. + Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into the estimate. + Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors. + Present estimating information in site and pre bid meetings. + Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies, and make recommendations based on those results. + Develop project summary schedules. + Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes. + Support pre-construction services on client estimates and joint venture reviews. + Develop and present estimating strategy and plan. + Research cost history and update data base(s). + Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions. + Evaluate fee, contingency and escalation and make recommendations. + Responsible for reviewing specialty and standard equipment pricing. + Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy. + Review commercial terms and conditions for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator. + Responsible the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions. + Analyze and price value engineering for submission. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Complies with all policies and standards. **Qualifications** + Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and minimum 3 years of direct project estimating experience. + Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. + Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions. + Demonstrated attention to detail. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Proficient with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-Base, AgTek, and HeavyBid. + OSHA 10-hour certification Required. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans **Job** Estimating **Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City **Other Locations** US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time **Req ID:** 241231 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-KJ #CDB