Cost Estimator II

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cost Estimator II, where you will deliver high-quality cost consulting services. This role involves executing detailed cost estimates, understanding client needs, and fostering business development. With a commitment to sustainability and community, this innovative firm offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments. Be part of a talented team that values inclusion and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Construction Cost Estimating with emphasis on site issues.
• Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.
• High level of accuracy in site cost estimating, verified by bid returns.

Responsibilities

• Execute accurate detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members.

Skills

Construction Cost Estimating

Communication Skills

Project Management

Quantity Takeoffs

Value Management

Education

B.S. in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Quantity Surveying Degree

Tools

PlanSwift

On Center Screen Takeoff

Winest

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD Software

Job description

Cost Estimator II

Location

US-PA-Bethlehem | US-NY-Albany | US-ME-Portland | US-MA-Boston | US-MA-Burlington | US-MA-Norwell

Job ID

6699

# Positions

1

Category

PM/CM - Owner's Rep

WHY CHA?

Finding a better way.

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 also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Cost Estimator II to join our Commercial & Institutional - Cost Estimating Team at any of the following office locations: Albany, NY; Portland, ME; Boston, Burlington, or Norwell, MA; or Bethlehem, PA.

CHA believes our employees should have the time and flexibility to balance work and personal commitments. We offer most employees the option of a hybrid schedule with a work week that includes both office and work from home days.

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. With expertise in architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical estimating, we identify the implications of design and construction decisions and bring cost certainty to the project. Our estimates are accurate, prompt, and comprehensive, based on information from a nationwide network of contacts and careful analysis.

The Cost Estimator II is responsible for executing high-quality accurate detailed cost estimates. This individual understands clients' needs, meets their expectations, presents the estimate, and follows up with the client on any issues. This individual will perform the estimate in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client requirements. The Cost Estimator II will have effective and clear communications while interfacing with clients, business partners, management, and colleagues. The Cost Estimator II will provide guidance, mentoring and training to team members. This role will foster business development and pursue new opportunities.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you'll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your "why" at CHA!

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 teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

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.