Cost Estimator Tyndall AFB

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Tallahassee (FL); 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 and career advancement

Job summary

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc is seeking a Cost Estimator to develop and manage cost estimates for federal construction projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience on large, multimillion-dollar projects.

The role includes responsibilities such as preparing and reviewing estimates, participating in negotiations, and recommending economical changes. A supportive work environment and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen and pass a federal background review and drug screen.
• 5 years of experience on large federal construction projects, preferably DoD.
• Certified CCP or CEP or equivalent through recognized organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops cost estimates for post-award changes in construction contracts.
• Participates in bid opening and negotiation meetings.
• Prepares, evaluates, and reviews engineering estimates.
• Maintains files of current material prices and construction costs.
• Recommends changes in plans for better economy.

Skills

Cost estimation

Engineering knowledge

Project management

Micro-Computer Automated Cost Estimating System

Parametric Cost Estimating System

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

MII estimating software

PACES estimating software

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