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Estimating Engineer, AFG

JE Dunn Construction

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Kansas City, MO · Posted October 22, 2026

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About the job

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 building authentic partnerships.

JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group (AFG) combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing into one high-performing team focused on cutting-edge work to serve innovative clients on large Industrial & Manufacturing, Data Center, and Semiconductor projects. As part of the Advanced Facilities team, you'll work on some of the most advanced construction projects across the country, growing your career alongside our diverse team of industry professionals.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

ESTIMATING FAMILY - CORE

Performs 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.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.

Communication skills, verbal and written.

Proficiency in MS Office.

Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.

Proficiency in construction estimating software.

Proficiency in required construction technology.

Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management.

Ability to learn quantity surveys.

Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.

Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.

Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).

In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

Entry level construction experience.

Working Environment

Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds

May require periods of overnight travel

Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs

Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)

Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

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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.com

JE 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.

***For this opportunity, JE Dunn Construction will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)***