Senior Cost Estimation Specialist (Construction)

Job role insights

  • Hiring location

    Austin, Texas (Remote)

  • Career level

    Senior

  • Qualification

    Bachelor Degree

  • Experience

    6 - 9 Years

  • Quantity

    10 person

  • Gender

    Female

Description

Overview

 

We are seeking a highly experienced Cost Estimation Professional to join our team. Supporting our clients in major construction projects across diverse sectors, including commercial, hydro, and MEP projects, we are a growing organization committed to delivering precise and reliable cost estimates. Our team works with state-of-the-art tools and methodologies to provide our clients with the best possible project cost projections.

Requirements

  • Be actively involved in the cost estimation process, turning project specifications and technical drawings into accurate and detailed cost estimates.
  • Utilize advanced software such as Planswift or Bluebeam for quantity takeoff and RSMeans for cost estimation, ensuring all estimates align with current industry standards.
  • Play a key role in collaborating with project teams to analyze and interpret technical drawings, including those created in AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D, to ensure accurate cost assessments.
  • Provide cost analysis and pricing using historical data, and apply knowledge of current construction material and labor costs to produce competitive estimates.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost estimation processes and tools, promoting best practices within the team.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure estimates are aligned with project budgets and timelines.

Skills & Experience

  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in cost estimation within the construction industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in using Planswift, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D for technical drawing interpretation and quantity takeoff.
  • Extensive experience with commercial, hydro, and MEP projects, including an in-depth understanding of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Strong background in using cost estimation datasets such as RSMeans, and the ability to utilize historical data for accurate pricing.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex cost information to project stakeholders.

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