Accenture Construct – Estimator IV (Sr. MEP Estimator), ANS

Accenture; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a seasoned Estimator to lead cost estimating for building projects on client sites in California. You will work with PMO and Chief Estimator to plan, prepare, and defend cost estimates across design phases and bid reviews.

The role requires a BS/BA in an engineering-related field and 10 years of experience in complete cost estimates, with supervisory exposure. Onsite work with clients is included.

Qualifications

• 10 years minimum recent professional experience in the preparation of complete cost estimates for type I, II, or III, and V building construction per code.
• Two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience evaluating pricing, bids, change orders and cost proposals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in preparing construction cost estimates from drawings, outlines and specifications.
• Prepare estimates per design based on scope and building type.
• Evaluate consultants' cost estimates for accuracy and completeness and support cost containment.
• Assess bids from Contractors for extra work; prepare fair cost estimates.
• Conduct site visits to gather data for estimates and develop price recommendations.
• Analyze data on materials, labor, equipment, and profit to inform proposals.

Skills

Cost estimation

Supervisory experience

Education

BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business or related degree

Tools

RS Means

Accubid

Trimble MEP

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

You've Never Been Satisfied with \"Good Enough.\" You didn't get into this to manage one piece of a project. You got into it to change how the world gets built. At Accenture Construct, that's the job. You'll help deliver the data centers, power grids, rail networks, factories and public infrastructure that keep communities moving — smarter, safer and more sustainably. You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold: project managers, engineers, technologists and strategists who pair real-world delivery with AI. And you won't be handed a slice of it. We take on whole programs, from early strategy through construction and handover, and we stand behind how they land. Because “good enough” builds the past. You're here to build what's next.

Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Construct

As Accenture continues to grow, you may see a variety of new career opportunities, and depending on the role and location you may be directed to apply through Accenture LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Construct LLC or Accenture Construct Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.

THE WORK:

• You'll specialize in Mechanical/Plumbing and Electrical trades to report to PMO Program Controls Manager and Chief Estimator.
• You'll plan and participate in the preparation of construction cost estimates of buildings or other structures from drawings, outlines, and specifications.
• You'll prepare estimates per design based on scope and building type.
• You'll evaluate cost estimating deliverables prepared by consultants for cost containment, accuracy, uniformity and completeness.
• You'll prepare fair cost estimates for cost proposals from Contractors for extra work.
• You'll perform special studies and prepare reports when contractors’ bids vary from the construction cost estimate.
• You'll conduct construction/project site visits gathering relevant information and determine what information to be used to produce project estimates.
• You'll evaluate pricing documents, historical and vendor cost data for the development of cost estimates and price recommendations.
• You'll evaluate quotes, bids, change orders, value engineering reports, and claims for accuracy and completeness of estimates.
• You'll compile and analyze data on all factors that influence costs such as material, labor, equipment and profit.
• You'll prepare technical evaluations, cost estimating draft report, memos and letters and present recommendation to management.
• Onsite at client site: The work location for this role is onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery and cultivate our client relationships.

$170,000 - $187,000 a year

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio or Washington as set forth below.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business or related degree. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
• 10 years minimum recent professional experience in the preparation of complete cost estimates for type I, II, or III, and V building construction as defined by the State building code including two years in a supervisory capacity.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Knowledge of Prevailing Wage/Union Labor rates
• Knowledge and use of NECA and MCAA labor productivity
• Knowledge and use of RS Means, Accubid, Trimble MEP, or Bluebeam Revu
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness
• Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Requesting an Accommodation

Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 [phone] or send us an email or speak with your recruiter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences.All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

For details, view a copy of theAccenture Equal Opportunity and Affi­

Accenture is an EEO and Affi­

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position.

Please read Accenture’s Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.