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Project Estimator

$95.18k - $111.98k

Cushman & Wakefield

Job Title

Project Estimator

Job Description Summary

Responsible for gathering data and preparation of estimates for all stages of design (Conceptual through Construction), with heavy focus on test fit takeoff ROM (Rough Order of Magnitudes) development and "what if" scenario pricing. Role will also support ongoing capital planning efforts with cost, schedule, and reporting analysis on behalf of the client, using established processes, experience, and expertise.

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for gathering data and preparation of estimates for all stages of design (Conceptual through Construction), with heavy focus on test fit takeoff ROM (Rough Order of Magnitudes) development and "what if" scenario pricing. Role will also support ongoing capital planning efforts with cost, schedule, and reporting analysis on behalf of the client, using established processes, experience, and expertise.

  • Prepare estimates for all stages of design from Conceptual through Final Construction documents (Schematic, DD, CD, Hard Bid)

  • Work with Regional & Program teams to prepare accurate ROMs and potential scope validations for eventual capital planning and client approvals.

  • Responsible for cost analysis and reporting of internal estimates, statuses, and actual pricing.

  • Build and maintain internal cost estimating tools via excel and SharePoint

  • Perform analysis and report on cost estimates, comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects.

  • Support execution teams in evaluation of vendor cost estimates and proposals, as needed to assemble final estimates for client.

  • Schedule and manage Preconstruction/estimation timelines for critical program deliverables.

  • Support ongoing Capital Planning efforts to maintain up to date pricing and schedule estimates based on market, regional and client knowledge.

  • Keep internal and client project records and reporting current.

  • Review/analyze complex bills of materials. Assessing labor productivity and labor costs, researching vendors and understanding manufacturing and construction costs

  • Negotiate with and engage in vendor solicitation and/or information gathering during the bidding process.

  • Compare and analyze competitive vendor and supplier bids as requested.

  • Coordinate with stakeholder partner to maintain master subcontractor/vendor lists & pricing by trade.

  • Advise Regional & Program teams on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project as needed.

  • Identify dependencies and/or scope gaps in the successful completion of the project.

  • Communicate regularly with internal and external partners as appropriate to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system support.

  • Create and evaluate project reports and provide project status to internal and external clients as needed.

  • Prepare, publish and communicate estimate status, including input into the designated tracking systems.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or similar field with minimum of three (5) years of estimating experience in directly related construction role or a minimum of five (7) years equivalent combination of experience in an advisory and/or project management capacity required

  • Knowledge of construction principles and practices

  • Experience with retail and tenant improvement construction projects; ability to read and understand construction specifications (and construction drawings preferred)

  • Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Excel, Estimating database software, and Onscreen takeoff tools.

  • Systematic planner who attends to details with accuracy and focus

  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple efforts, maintain excellent client relations, client management, and consultation skills required.

  • Proven leadership ability, administrative ability, technical background, and project responsibility experience preferred.

  • Results oriented and cost conscious.

  • Highly organized and skilled with time management; Superior oral and written communication skills required.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 95,180.99 - $111,977.64

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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