Construction Cost Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Cost Estimator for a remote position in South Florida. The ideal candidate should have experience in analyzing construction plans, preparing cost estimates, and showcasing strong communication skills. This role offers growth opportunities into leadership while working collaboratively with design teams and clients to ensure accurate estimates and smooth project execution.

Benefits

10 days PTO

Paid holidays off

Remote work with occasional in-person meetings

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred.
• Leadership experience a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing construction plans and preparing take-offs throughout all CSI divisions.
• Assist in obtaining quotes from vendors and participating in meetings.
• Use data base for pricing line items.

Skills

Construction plans reading

Detail oriented

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Cost Estimating Certification(s)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Bluebeam

RS Means

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

COST ESTIMATOR, FT

Remote- South Florida

COMPANY DESCRIPTION The Bosch Group is a professional consultancy with over 25 years’ experience and expertise in providing detailed construction cost estimates, from early conceptual stages of design, through detailed construction documents. We provide our clients with expert, data-driven advice on their construction projects. Henceforth, our approach is built upon the rigorous guidelines set forth by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) to create objective, reliable, and defensible assessments of probable construction costs.

JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are looking for a Cost Estimator to join our team. The estimator will be analyzing construction plans at different phases of design and preparing take-offs throughout all CSI divisions using Bluebeam Software. Populate takeoffs into excel with template provided. Use data base for pricing line items. Attend and participate in meetings with internal team, design teams, and/or clients as needed. Assist in obtaining quotes from vendors to verify current local costs and trends. Since the position is remote, Microsoft teams and cell phones will be main points of communication throughout the workday 9am-5pm. This role has a possibility of growth into a leadership role.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Cost Estimating Certification(s) are a plus.

Minimum 2 years of experience a plus.

Leadership experience a plus

Experience and understanding in reading construction plans and specifications.

Ability to handle multiple assignments at once and work in a team environment

Detail oriented

Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required

Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is required

Experience with Bluebeam and RS Means a plus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please send resumes to Kristine at [e-mail]

10 days PTO / Paid Holidays off

Remote position with occasional in person meetings