Senior Cost Estimator

Cost EstimatorThis role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.Sargent and Lundy is looking for an individual who is capable of handling various roles in the project management field including cost estimating, project engineering, and scheduling and project controls. As a Cost Estimator, you will be assigned to work on project activities associated with the following:Prepare detailed capital cost estimates using company tools, databases, and historical dataPerform material quantity take-offs, labor pricing, and work with vendors to obtain material and equipment costing to support the development of construction cost estimates (rough-order-magnitude; conceptual; construction; fair-cost)Understand and apply appropriate mark-ups and productivity factors as requiredCoordinate information flow and schedules with project team members to complete estimates on timeOrganize and input cost and quantity information into existing databasePrepare cash flow, escalation, and interest calculations for estimatesDevelop Estimate Basis documentsCoordinate with engineering to obtain and validate quantities, scope definitions, drawings, and equipment lists.Author and lead the development of engineering equipment lists and engineering studies and reportsImplement project controls and project management tools and methodologyPerform CPI/SPI calculations using earned value principlesAssist project teams in reconciling estimates against budgets, bids, and actual costs, and provide variance explanations.QualificationsWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential skills and experience:Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Degree7 years or more of relevant work experienceMust understand estimating functions from the conceptual design phase through the construction phase of a projectExperience with engineering or construction oversightSkilled with Excel software and building moderately-complex spreadsheetsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, along with teamwork skillsRelated engineering work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performanceValued but not required skills and experience:Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industryFamiliarity with Primavera P6Award-Winning BenefitsAt Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work ArrangementsCompensation Range$100,019 - $152,807Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Equal OpportunitySargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.