Construction Cost Estimator — Value Engineering & Budgets

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 58,500 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB is hiring a Cost Estimator to manage independent construction cost control for various projects. Key responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, reviewing change orders, and conducting value engineering analyses. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and experience in commercial construction, especially with electrical and mechanical cost strategies. This position offers a comprehensive role within a dynamic team focused on achieving clients' project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Positive proactive approach to customer service excellence.
• Recent experience in cost strategies for electrical and mechanical works.
• Experience with conceptual and detailed measurement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction cost estimates and cost plans.
• Review change orders and valuations of work in progress.
• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements.

Skills

Cost control in the commercial/institutional sector

Electrical and mechanical cost strategies

Estimating software systems

Collaboration and communication

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Onscreen takeoff software

BIM

Job description

Rider Levett Bucknall RLB is hiring a Cost Estimator to manage independent construction cost control for various projects. Key responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, reviewing change orders, and conducting value engineering analyses. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and experience in commercial construction, especially with electrical and mechanical cost strategies. This position offers a comprehensive role within a dynamic team focused on achieving clients' project outcomes.