Cost Engineer – Design-Build Estimator (Govt Projects)

G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Hill Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Cost Engineer in Jacksonville, FL to support design teams from conceptual through final design using Mii and RS Means estimating tools. The role focuses on independent government estimates and collaboration with design professionals.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree or 5–10 years of industry experience, and 3–5 years of Mii estimating experience or Gordian pricing for Job Order Contracts. Travel to bases may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• 3–5 years Mii estimating experience on design projects or Gordian pricing for Job Order Contracts.
• MII2 software experience preferred but not required if RS Means experience.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications.
• Define work using onscreen takeoff to determine options.
• Understand and include MEP systems within scope.
• Prepare project pricing narrative.
• Develop conceptual budgets from limited information.
• Review general conditions, schedules, scopes of work, site logistics, and related exhibits.
• Track and communicate construction and material cost trends.
• Analyze alternate methods and value-engineering options.
• Build strong relationships with clients and design teams.
• Price change impacts as needed.

Skills

Estimating software

Math skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Communication

Deadline-driven

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MII2 software

RS Means

Bluebeam

ONSCREEN Takeoff

Gordian pricing

Job description

GM Hill Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Cost Engineer in Jacksonville, FL to support design teams from conceptual through final design using Mii and RS Means estimating tools. The role focuses on independent government estimates and collaboration with design professionals.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree or 5–10 years of industry experience, and 3–5 years of Mii estimating experience or Gordian pricing for Job Order Contracts. Travel to bases may be required.