Cost Engineer - Data Center Construction

Sundt Construction; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k

Employee stock ownership plan

Health coverage starting day one

Flexible time off

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a Cost Engineer to support preconstruction activities on large projects or multiple smaller ones. Primary duties include basic estimating tasks and buyout, with involvement in project planning, sales support, and preconstruction management.

Applicants should have a four-year engineering degree, familiarity with LEED is a plus, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Prior experience is preferred but not required; strong organizational skills are essential for this

Qualifications

• Basic estimating tasks and buyout of projects to support preconstruction efforts.
• Internships or estimating experience preferred but not required.
• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent, with potential LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in buyout phase and distribute project documents.
• Maintain/update estimating databases for costs and subs.
• Perform quantity surveys and provide admin support for Preconstruction Dept and projects.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and develop pricing for hard bid/alternate delivery methods.

Skills

Estimating tasks

Team collaboration

Preconstruction support

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Cost Engineer will support all facets of the preconstruction effort at the direction of senior staff and will work collaboratively in supporting single large projects or multiple smaller projects. As the Cost Engineer your primary duties will include basic estimating tasks and the buyout of projects. You will also participate and/or support other efforts including project planning, sales support, and preconstruction project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in buyout phase as needed.


• Distributes project documents.


• Maintains/updates estimating databases (e.g. cost, subcontractors, etc.).


• Performs quantity surveys.


• Provides administrative support for Preconstruction Department and projects.


• Solicits subcontractor pricing.


• Solicits/develops pricing for hard bid and alternate delivery method projects.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience: None required, however candidates with estimating experience or those who have completed internships during their educational career may be given preference over candidates with no experience.


• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.


• Preferred candidates will have obtained their LEED accreditation, or express willingness to obtain.


• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis


• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures


• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis


• Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/work day


• Will lift, push or pull objects pounds on an occasional basis


• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.


• Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)


• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K


• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day


• Flexible Time Off (FTO)


• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Employee Assistance Program


• Workplace Wellness Programs


• Mental Health Program


• Life and Disability Insurance


• Employee-Owner Perks


• Educational Assistance


• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program