Estimator

The Opportunity

As the Estimator , you will have the opportunity to assist in preparation and review of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates and in preparation of conceptual estimating cost analysis. Project types include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pipeline conveyance, heavy civil and structural projects, dams and hydro facilities, tunnel construction, waterway, and marine construction.

Key Responsibilities

•    Responsible for estimate coordination and consolidation of each of the discipline estimates into the Proposal Estimate
•    Reviews design scopes and develop quantities
•    Prepares complete and accurate cost estimates for scopes of work assigned.Supports in the preparation of quantity takeoffs for estimates
•    Performs productivity analysis of construction operations
•    Prepares direct labor estimates, distributable or contractors indirect cost estimates
•    Prepares contingency, escalation and reconciliation for estimates
•    Performs comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects
•    Works with Engineers and support disciplines to ensure alignment across responsible scope
•    Supports the preparation of the Basis of Estimate and management presentations
•    Supports the Lead Estimator in the review and presentation of estimate details to internal stakeholders
•    Updates and maintain historical cost data and benchmarking
•    Reviews designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggest alternatives where appropriate
•    Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Skills

•    BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required 
•    Field and/or project experience is a plus  
•    Commercial cost estimating experience including estimating facility enclosures and structures, architectural finishes, building mechanical systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Electrical systems)
•    Complex estimating principles/procedures
•    Cost principles/procedures
•    Mathematical skills
•    Project design scopes
•    Consulting skills
•    Analytical skills
•    Interpret and understand specifications and contracts
•    Microsoft Excel
•    Verbal and written communication skills
•    Presentation skills
•    InEight
•    Aspen Capital Cost Estimator

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience is required
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.