Construction Estimator - Cost Planning & Value Engineering

Linesight; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking an Estimator in the United States to analyse external contractor bids and create robust estimates and cost plans for client developments. You will maintain local rate libraries and drive value engineering to improve client outcomes.

In this role you will lead cost documentation, communicate clearly with partners across the business, and help shape project decisions from design through construction, building trust with clients and contractors alike.

Qualifications

• Increasing levels of scope and responsibility as an Estimator in a construction environment.
• Advanced analytical skills to investigate and interpret complex data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative and friendly team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment and manages priorities and deadlines.
• Builds strong relationships with team and clients through openness and trust.

Responsibilities

• Analyse external contractor bids to ensure client value for money
• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments
• Evaluate cost plans and project scopes to assess and address gaps
• Maintain a library of current local rates for use in all estimates
• Optimize project costs against budget, including cost reviews, value engineering, and accurate estimates to increase client value
• Provide estimating expertise and leadership throughout the design and construction stages of the projects
• Build trust and credibility with partners across the business, from 3rd parties to client specialists to contractors and consultants
• Support nimble project management and clear decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Job description

Linesight is seeking an Estimator in the United States to analyse external contractor bids and create robust estimates and cost plans for client developments. You will maintain local rate libraries and drive value engineering to improve client outcomes.

In this role you will lead cost documentation, communicate clearly with partners across the business, and help shape project decisions from design through construction, building trust with clients and contractors alike.