Cost Estimator

IEM; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM is seeking a Cost Estimator to deliver technical expertise in analyzing project specifications and preparing cost estimates. This role demands collaboration with diverse teams to tackle disaster recovery projects, opting for remote work within the U.S., ensuring flexibility in assignments and hours.

Benefits

401 (K) plan with matching

10 paid holidays

Vacation and sick pay

Company paid STD and LTD

Qualifications

• 3 years of full-time experience in cost estimating.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or Certified Professional Estimator.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for disaster-related repairs and reconstruction.
• Analyze data to assess material, time, and labor requirements.
• Provide guidance on work methods and requirements.

Skills

Excel

Cost estimating software

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

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IEM is looking to bring on a Full Time-Cost Estimator under general supervision from the Program Manager, to provide technical expertise to analyze project specifications, review historical data, and collaborate with various teams to prepare comprehensive cost estimates. The incumbent may be called upon to provide support and assistance to address issues and concerns outside areas of assignment.

Primary Location:

• Live anywhere that meets remote work requirements in the United States, including Puerto Rico.
• Work will take place either in the field,in an office environment,or remotelyfrom a personal location and will depend on theneedsof the project.
• Schedule may includework on weekends ormore than40 hoursper week to help communities struck by disaster.
• Assignmentscould last 1-12 months with potential for extension.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Once hired, you willtravel(deploy) across the United States- including Puerto Rico, as needed by our clients.
• Daily travel and other expenses are reimbursablefollowingFederal Travel Regulationsor DoD Regulations.
• This position will require travel to complete work assignments or attend meetings.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Developing cost estimates from existing scopes of work (method of repair/reconstruction) for disaster-related repairs and reconstruction of buildings, infrastructure, roads, power lines, and/or other public facilities.
• Develop and research statistical tools and estimating methodologies based on historical systems, acquisition cost schedules and technical and programmatic data.
• Identify potential challenges or risks that may impact cost estimates.
• Collect and analyze data to assess the time, money, materials, and labor required to construct/repair a building or facility or provide a service
• Provides high-level technical/administrative guidance on work requirements and methods.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, communication skills, and commitment to teamwork and excellence in responsibilities.
• Continuously evaluate and improve cost analysis processes and methodologies.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in cost estimating.
• Degree: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• License/Certification:Licensed Professional Engineer or other estimating professional, such as a licensed architect or Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) certification from the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and cost estimating software (RS Means, Xactimate or others).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in construction estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in cost estimating for electric utility projects.
  
  

Additional Information

• Office Locations: These offices are often owned by the client we work with or by IEM. All candidates are expected to follow any rules and regulations of the office in which they are required to work for that project.
• Remote Locations: All remote work environments require the ability to maintain minimum Internet speeds of 25 Mbps upload and 3 Mbps download, as well as a ping rate of 100 ms or less during working hours, regardless of the type and number of devices using your Internet connection. You must also have account privileges and access to your Internet service provider account during working hours for the purposes of maintaining the Internet connection, if needed.
  
  

Benefits And More

• Annual salary bsaed on location and experience: $60,000 - $103,000
• 10 paid Holidays
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay
• 401 (K) plan with matching
• Company paid STD and LTD
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity. All IEM employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment, if necessary, are made without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation. IEM is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or employment process, please email [e-mail] with specific details about the requested accommodation. All accommodation requests are reviewed case-by-case in compliance with applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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