Cost Estimator Tyndall AFB

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and consulting is seeking a skilled cost estimator for projects at Tyndall AFB. The role involves developing detailed cost estimates for large federal construction projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree and significant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience on large complex multimillion dollar federal construction projects.
• Experience with estimating software preferred.
• Certified CCP or CEP or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops cost estimates for post-award construction contract changes.
• Participate in bid opening and negotiation meetings.
• Maintain files of current material prices and construction equipment costs.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Micro-Computer Automated Cost Estimating System

Parametric Cost Estimating System

Job description

***Work Location: Panama City, FL (Tyndall AFB) ***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Develops cost estimates based on scopes of work for post-award construction contract changes such as engineering or construction changes
• Participate in bid opening and negotiation meetings
• Prepare, evaluate and review engineering estimates
• Develops cost estimates for projects from feasibility to construction; recommends consideration of changes in plans which may result in greater economy through substitution of materials or simplification of construction
• Maintains files of current material prices and construction equipment costs obtained from quotations by suppliers

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• 5 years of experience on large complex multimillion dollar federal construction projects, preferably Department of Defense
• Experience with Micro-Computer Automated Cost Estimating System, Second Generation (MII) estimating software for detail estimates and the current version of Parametric Cost Estimating System (PACES) estimating software, preferred
• Certified CCP or CEP or equivalent through organizations such as AACE, ICEC, PCEA preferred
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify