Cost Estimator (52915)

Urban Engineers is seeking a Cost Estimator to join the Estimating Department.

This position will support cost estimating activities for a wide variety of projects including highway, bridge, marine, transit, aviation, and rail designs.

Responsibilities


* Develop detailed cost estimates during various stages of design development under the direction and review of senior estimating staff.


* Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and other direct cost pricing in support of detailed estimates.


* Prepare detailed cost estimates for a wide variety of projects including highway, bridge, marine, transit, aviation, and rail designs for internal and external clients.


* Maintain clear and complete supporting documentation for estimates, quantity takeoffs, pricing, and estimate assumptions.


* Provide estimating, change order review, and project controls support as assigned.


* Assist with the preparation and presentation of estimating deliverables to internal and external clients.


* Support the maintenance of estimating databases, historical cost information, and computer-based office libraries.


* Support project budget and estimate updates, including reconciliation of changes as designs progress.

Requirements :


* Minimum 5 years' experience in construction cost estimating with a focus in heavy civil or facilities and 2 years' experience in passenger rail or related transportation modes.


* Contractor, construction management, design consultant, or owner-side estimating experience is preferred.


* Experience interpreting design documents, developing quantity takeoffs, pricing labor, materials, and equipment, and preparing estimate documentation.


* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field is preferred.


* Professional certification in cost estimating or cost management, such as AACE CCP/CEP or ASPE AEP/CPE, or demonstrated progress toward an applicable professional certification, is desirable but not required.


* Working knowledge of cost estimating and cost management practices, including estimate development, cost forecasting, and change management.


* Experience with estimating software such as InEight, HeavyBid, or B2W is preferred, or demonstrated ability to learn new estimating software.


* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.


* Experience with Bluebeam software or similar.


* Familiarity with scheduling software such as ASTA or Primavera P6 is a plus.


* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits of working at Urban:


* Medical/Prescription


* Dental


* Vision


* Life Insurance


* Short/Long Term Disability


* Flexible Spending Accounts


* 401K and company match


* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


* Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days


* Tuition Reimbursement


* Professional Development


* Certification Bonus

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