Cost Estimator Tyndall AFB

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a cost estimator for projects in Birmingham, AL. This role involves developing cost estimates for large complex federal construction projects, particularly for the Department of Defense.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and possess at least 5 years of experience. Preferred qualifications include expertise in estimating software and relevant certifications. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience on large complex multimillion dollar federal construction projects, preferably Department of Defense.
• Certified CCP or CEP or equivalent through relevant organizations preferred.
• Experience with estimating software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates based on scopes of work for construction contract changes.
• Participate in bid opening and negotiation meetings.
• Prepare, evaluate and review engineering estimates.

Skills

Cost estimating

Project management

Engineering analysis

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Micro-Computer Automated Cost Estimating System (MII)

Parametric Cost Estimating System (PACES)

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
• Develop 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

Benefits

• 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