Cost Estimator II

CHA Consulting; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cost Estimator II, where you'll play a crucial role in delivering accurate cost consulting services. This position offers the chance to work on diverse projects, collaborating with architects and construction managers from conceptual design to construction documents. With a commitment to community and environmental sustainability, you'll be part of a team that values inclusion and fosters growth. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Elevate your career while contributing to meaningful projects that improve our world.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction cost estimating with a focus on site-related issues.
• Strong communication skills for effective client and team interactions.
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs for all design levels.

Responsibilities

• Execute detailed cost estimates and understand client needs.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to team members.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders throughout projects.

Skills

Construction Cost Estimating

Communication Skills

Project Management

Quantity Takeoffs

Value Engineering

Microsoft Excel

PlanSwift

On Center Screen Takeoff

Winest Software

CAD Software

Education

B.S. in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Construction Management Degree

Quantity Surveying Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PlanSwift

On Center Screen Takeoff

Winest Software

CAD Software

Job description

WHY CHA?

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Cost Estimator II to join our Commercial & Institutional – Cost Estimating Team at our office in Bethlehem, PA.

YOUR IMPACT

Our Cost Estimating team delivers high-quality, accurate cost consulting services to owners, architects, and construction managers at any stage from conceptual design through construction documents. The Cost Estimator II is responsible for executing high-quality accurate detailed cost estimates, understanding clients' needs, and meeting their expectations. This role includes effective communication with clients, business partners, management, and colleagues, as well as providing guidance and mentoring to team members.

REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; Quantity Surveying Degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of Construction Cost Estimating with a clear emphasis on site-related issues
• Certified Estimating Professional preferred but not required
• Prior project management, survey or capital planning preferred
• Experience using PlanSwift, On Center Screen Takeoff or Winest software preferred
• Familiarity with CAD software is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of General Construction industry laws, regulations, policies, and practices
• Public and private construction process and procurement experience
• Knowledge of Value Management (“value engineering”) practices
• High level of accuracy in site cost estimating, as verified by bid returns
• Ability to read and understand design and construction documents
• Ability to complete quantity takeoffs for all levels of design (including conceptual)
• Ability to work independently, and collaboratively interface within a team
• Positive, action-oriented individual with a ‘can-do’ mentality
• Analysis and reporting of labor productivity, historical cost data, and life-cycle costs
• Estimate reconciliation with independent cost estimators and construction manager’s estimators
• Ability to track project cost estimates throughout the design process
• Experience interfacing with clients, potential clients, vendors, and business partners with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Effective and clear communication in the presentation of information to and response to questions from clients, management, and colleagues

SALARY RANGE

$72,000 - $90,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.