Copy of Senior Estimator- Construction

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to support large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a proven track record in providing accurate estimating services. Responsibilities include developing cost plans, managing support staff, and delivering presentations. Join a dynamic team that values integrity and quality in project delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in construction cost management roles.

Responsibilities

• Developing cost plans and estimates from concept through detailed design.
• Delivering and presenting updated cost plans at design milestones.
• Driving cost model trends by analyzing cost information.

Skills

Communication

Value Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery, and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Overview

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to join our team to support large-scale construction projects and programs. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator with a strong track record of providing accurate estimating services.

Responsibilities

1. Developing cost plans and estimates from concept through detailed design across multiple geographic regions, working with internal and external staff.
2. Delivering and presenting updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
3. Providing program-level estimates for specific scopes of work.
4. Coordinating, managing, and supervising the work of support staff.
5. Reviewing proposed design changes and new technologies, preparing estimates within appropriate accuracy levels.
6. Driving cost model trends by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing cost information from completed projects.
7. Assessing cost-effectiveness of alternative products and value engineering ideas at a program level.
8. Supporting training for Development and external Estimating teams on new project estimating tools and templates.
9. Preparing leadership presentations for the client's Preconstruction and Estimating team.
10. Delivering Life Cycle Costing models.
11. Adhering to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in construction cost management roles such as Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Cost Engineer, or Project Engineer.
• Experience in conceptual estimating and pre-construction services at a construction management firm.
• Experience supporting large-scale construction projects and programs.
• Good knowledge of technical matters like value management and value engineering.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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