Construction Cost Estimator: Value & Cost Control

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) in Hawaii seeks a Cost Estimator to manage independent construction cost control, including change orders, full estimates, value analysis, and cost reporting across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying, with experience in electrical/mechanical cost strategies, CMGC/GCCM, and proficiency in estimating software, onscreen takeoff, and BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or quantity surveying is required.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical cost strategies is preferred.
• Knowledge of CMGC/GCCM processes and cost control in commercial/institutional projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction cost estimates, cost plans, and cost strategies.
• Review change orders and value analyses for accuracy.
• Support life-cycle costing and value engineering studies.
• Gather drawings and documents for estimation.
• Maintain cost data and generate reports on trends.

Skills

Cost estimation

Value engineering

BIM experience

Onscreen takeoff

Construction management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Estimating software systems

Onscreen takeoff software

BIM

Job description

Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) in Hawaii seeks a Cost Estimator to manage independent construction cost control, including change orders, full estimates, value analysis, and cost reporting across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying, with experience in electrical/mechanical cost strategies, CMGC/GCCM, and proficiency in estimating software, onscreen takeoff, and BIM.