Staff Capital Cost Estimator

Responsibilities

• Develop Accurate Capital Cost Estimates
• Develop high-level budgets and detailed Class 3–4 line-item cost estimates for manufacturing, warehousing, facility, and capital improvement projects.
• Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and project documentation to determine materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead needs.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost breakdowns using CSI/Master Format divisions.
• Apply knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil/structural, process, filling & packaging, chemical manufacturing).
• Perform Cost & Economic Analysis
• Research and validate market pricing, labor rates, equipment costs, and benchmarks to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions.
• Evaluate project risks, regional cost differentials, and uncertainties; develop appropriate contingencies and geographic pricing strategies.
• Perform financial analyses including NPV, IRR, and depreciation methods (Straight Line, MACRS, Double Declining).
• Support project scoping decisions with clear economic recommendations.
• Collaborate Across Engineering & Project Teams
• Serve as a key member of cross-functional project teams throughout all project phases.
• Partner with engineers, project managers, and operations leaders to align scope, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Present cost models, assumptions, and recommendations in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
• Support schedule development and milestone planning as needed.
• Support Vendor & Contractor Evaluation
• Review and evaluate vendor and contractor quotations for accuracy, scope alignment, and value.
• Assist in qualifying equipment vendors and contractors to reduce execution risk.
• Recommend contractors and suppliers that optimize cost, quality, and schedule outcomes.
• Participate in peer reviews of drawings and technical documents to ensure constructability and accuracy.
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Standardization
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering alternatives.
• Support standardization of estimating tools, templates, databases, and methodologies.
• Contribute to division-level continuous improvement initiatives and capital governance processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Must have ten (10) years working experience in construction estimating or pre-construction roles supporting capital projects.
• Must have experience developing Scope of Work documents and reviewing/approving vendor and contractor bid packages.
• Must have experience estimating, project management, and productivity tools, including ProEst, Procore, RS Means, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project.
• Must have work experience with project management, including coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Preferred Qualification:
• Have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Civil / Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Have ASPE (American Society of Professional Estimators) training or Certification.
• Have experience with Continuous Improvement processes/techniques: lean, transactional lean, root cause analysis, etc.
• Have Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, etc.).
• Have DBIA certification or similar credentials.