Senior Mechanical Construction Cost Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

U.S.COST is seeking Senior Mechanical Construction Cost Estimators to join our team to provide conceptual and definitive estimating of mechanical systems, plumbing, and related controls for large infrastructure and transportation projects. We are a leader in providing project controls related services across all verticals within the construction and EPC/M industry. The ideal candidate will become part of team that is setting new standards in Project Delivery for industry in applying new methods and new technology to create innovative and value-added results to every step of the process.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of full estimates on large and complex projects as required by client's documents as well as from stakeholder interviews and site investigations
• Analyze and negotiate contractor change orders and claims on behalf of the client
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions, and resolve issues
• Support the development of energy and sustainability analysis
• Direct, supervise, and review the work of early career estimators
• Conduct cost estimate reconciliations through comparative analysis and present variances effectively
• Adhere to all policies related to the handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Perform miscellaneous other job-related duties when assigned, which may include value engineering and progress review conferences

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Ability to develop estimates at multiple phases from design through construction
• Knowledge of, and proficiency in discipline-related systems
• Four-year degree in a related field is preferred but not required
• Ten (10) years of experience is required in the estimating field or in a related area which may include construction field engineering, contracting, claims and other industries relating to estimating.
• Experience with large infrastructure, healthcare, datacenter and/or aviation projects 
• At least three (3) years’ experience with a contractor during the construction phase of a project is strongly desired. 
• Proficiency with MS365 applications
• Skilled at leveraging technology and resource-loaded estimating platforms to develop accurate, data-driven cost estimates
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in the production of deliverables and in interactions with fellow employees and clients

U.S.COST provides exceptional professional services to owners, architects, engineers and contractors. As a 40-year-old company, our clients know they can trust us to deliver the best service in our areas of specialty.

We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees.  We operate with a hybrid schedule, subject to change, under which Tuesdays and Wednesdays are required days in office.

U.S. COST may require all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

U.S.COST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.

• Seniority      Level Mid-Senior level
• Industry:      Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture & Planning
• Employment Type: Full-time