Job Summary

Prepares general and or discipline estimates for capital cost and/or service estimates for various industrial waste services such as: in-plant labor services, WM core services, third party services, specialized equipment, and customer sustainability programs. Develops basic conceptual estimates. Takes a role in estimate reviews and presentations. Provides and supports data and cost analysis. Uses, and assists in development and maintenance of estimating databases. Oversee and review work completed by associate Estimators. Executes simultaneous tasks within broadly defined parameters.

Travel will be up to 25%.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Attend Prebid meetings and occasional site walks
Reviews design scope criteria and develops quantities for undefined scope assumptions in coordination with Operations and client requirements
Drafts estimate plans for projects (inclusive of estimate budget) through evaluation of scope, contract, desired estimate type quality and time resources available
Performs tasks (takeoffs vendor/pricing searches) assigned by Managers
Assists in capital cost estimates
Conducts services cost estimates
Creates cost models for fee calculations
Prepares estimate basis and assumption documentation
Assists with analysis on functional input to staffing plan. Assists in estimate basis and assumption
Assists in integration of commercial terms and conditions into estimates in conjunction with Business Development and Legal
Prepares cost studies, trend estimates, and life cycle cost estimates in specialized areas or in specialized discipline area under supervision of Business Development and Operations staff
Prepares basic software generated estimates for completion and technical accuracy ensuing quality and integrity

Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Engineering, Construction Management or related studies, or in lieu of a degree,
High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
4 years years of relevant work experience. and
Three (3) years of estimating experience or industrial waste services experience (in addition to education requirement).

Must live and work in the US

B. Other Qualifications

Requires knowledge of regulatory and environment regulations and policies.
MS Office proficiency
Estimating Software, P6, MS Project, Material Take Off Software
General computer acumen and ability to learn to utilize other job-related technical software
Familiarity with statistical methods
Research skills
Familiarity with industrial waste and related services
Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Repetitive Motions
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
Sitting
Talking
Hearing

☒ Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

Pay: The salary range across the U.S. for this position is $84,745 – $114,655. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

What is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family – from benefits, to resources and engagement activities.

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