Cost Estimator - Pharmaceutical and Construction

AtkinsRéalis; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employer-matched 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Cost Estimator – Pharmaceutical and Construction to join their team in Guaynabo, PR. This full-time position involves analyzing blueprints, preparing detailed cost estimates, and collaborating with senior staff to improve efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying with a background in the pharmaceutical or heavy industrial sectors. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $100,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Background in pharmaceutical, heavy industrial, or hi-tech is preferred.
• Work requires collaboration and ownership on assignments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from design documents.
• Develop final 'should cost' estimates for trade cost validation.
• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Web-based platforms

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Cost Estimator – Pharmaceutical and Construction to join our team in Guaynabo, PR. Our office is in Guaynabo, PR but the position is expected to be full-time collocated at the client’s location in Carolina, PR. The position reports to the Construction Manager working directly with the client.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to demonstrate your potential, collaborate with industry experts, and enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents.
• Understand union and trade construction cost standards.
• Develop final “should cost” estimates to validate trade cost submissions and ensure fair pricing.
• Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.
• Adapt to a fast‑paced environment and respond effectively to change.
• Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope and build strong relationships with A/E firms and project teams.
• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.
• Maintain organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with company standards.
• Support cost data library.
• Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates and explain cost variances.
• May need to perform site walks as needed at the client site.
• Potential travel at client site.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent discipline experience.
• Background in pharmaceutical, heavy industrial, or hi‑tech is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in IT tools including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web‑based platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Work involves conventional practices with occasional complex features.
• Work within a collaborative group and demonstrate ownership on assignments, making sound technical judgments.
• Collaborate with and provide guidance to junior technical staff and assist with assignments.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Compensation

Expected compensation range is between $80,000–$100,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability.