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Remote Estimator- Construction

$90k - $110k

Parametrix

About Parametrix Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

About Parametrix Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

About the Opportunity We are looking for Cost Estimators to join our Advisory Services team. You will have experience in construction cost estimating, cost engineering, and/or similar project controls, with a background in infrastructure and public utilities construction.

Our team serves a diverse range of clients, including those in water/wastewater, transit, transportation, environmental, and construction management sectors. We take pride in promoting strong client relationships, allowing us to positively improve the communities where we live and work.

We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. You’ll have the option to collaborate in a Parametrix office for mentorship, client interactions, and team meetings or work remotely, reporting to team leadership.

Your Role on the Team: Contribute to a multi-discipline engineering team as a cost estimator.

Conduct quantity and material takeoffs.

Conduct market research to understand cost drivers for material and labor.

Establish relationships with clients by participating in workshops, including preparation of defensible data, relevant questions, and risk-based information to guide team decision-making.

Collaborate with multiple team members and clients across multiple projects is important to the successful execution of this role.

2+ years of experience preparing cost estimates through the planning and design phases of the project life cycle.

Exposure to multiple estimating software such as: RS Means Online, Blue Beam (or other electronic takeoff software), Timberline, and HCSS.

Must have a science-based bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as construction management, engineering, economics, finance, or similar.

You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)

Performance-based bonuses

Paid Holidays

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

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