Estimator

Responsibilities

• Utilize tools and templates for bid analysis and cost management.
• Engage and manage third-party Quantity Surveyor vendors.
• Work seamlessly with multi-disciplinary teams, both internal and external, on a global scale.
• Communicate cost control goals to all stakeholders effectively.
• Identify Value Engineering opportunities in the design and quantify the savings.
• Identify project risks and communicate financial cost impacts to the broader team.
• Update the repository for historical data.
• Define and track cost performance metrics.
• Analyze and provide timely feedback on Construction vendor proposals using benchmark data.
• Create accurate bid leveling documents.
• Validate the final award amount and scope based on contract documents, including the schedule.
• Implement, maintain, and execute all cost control, change management, progress, and performance reporting.
• Validate change cost impacts.
• Ensure vendor invoices are accurate and timely.
• Support the construction team with project close-out and final payments.
• Deliver results for multiple projects with competing priorities consistently.

Requirements

• 5 years of estimating experience.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, warehouse, or distribution projects.
• Proficiency in construction estimating and general contractor estimating.
• Experience utilizing Destini Estimating software; Bluebeam is also acceptable.
• Working MEP knowledge is required to support high-level cost reviews and reports.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with estimating software such as CostX, Cubit, Onscreen Takeoff, Timberline, and Bluebeam.
• Experience reviewing and justifying budgets.
• Experience communicating estimate strategy to construction and non-construction professionals.
• Experience working with global technology companies preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially as a power user.