Project Cost Estimator

Davita Inc.; Monaca (Beaver County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization is looking for a cost estimator for a 12-month contract. The role involves developing and maintaining consistent and realistic cost estimates for various projects, utilizing specialized methodologies and tools. Candidates should possess a strong background in heavy construction and extensive industry experience, coupled with an engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Heavy construction background required.
• 5-10 years of experience in cost estimating for downstream brownfield manufacturing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce cost estimates incorporating engineering, procurement, construction scope.
• Conduct risk analysis and scenario comparisons.
• Support detailed project cost forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

ACCE (ASPEN Capital Cost Estimating)

Job description

Overview

"Together We Make Life Better". Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows for all employees to feel valued and safe to give their opinions and improve our company.

CDI Engineering Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Consulting Engineers Limited (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries.

Position Summary

A 12 Month Contract to deliver and maintain standard, consistent and realistic cost estimates reflecting the assessed risk parameters for each project.

Responsibilities

Utilize cost methodologies and tools to produce cost estimates inclusive of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and start-up scope and costs.

Incorporate project complexity factors into project estimates and assemble key input data such as project objectives, scope and execution plan.

Formulate methodologies for deriving quantities from design parameters.

Perform scenario comparisons and uncertainty analysis and sensitivities on cost estimates, reflecting analysis of project risks.

Facilitate and support reviews and assurance of cost estimates.

Benchmark against historical performance, industry norms and established internal KPIs.

Assess prospect scope and main components to develop consistent "building block" estimates.

Translate the identified project scope and engineering deliverables into the estimate of capital expenditure costs composed of detailed MTOs matched with detailed pricing and construction unit hours (Type-3).

Identify areas of uncertainty and apply appropriate allowances.

Support development of detailed project cost forecasts (Type-4).

Incorporation of project actuals to date and detailed MTOs matched with detailed pricing and construction unit hours for to-go costs.

Develop Estimate Basis to document estimate development.

Support collection of actual cost performance, condition and normalize data for future use to develop metrics and benchmarking information.

Be able to understand schedules and use schedule data for cost estimates.

Qualifications

Heavy construction background needed.

Hands on Experience with ACCE (ASPEN Capital Cost Estimating) software a PLUS but NOT required.

Engineering Degree or equivalent experience in industry.

Minimum 5-10 years industry experience especially in downstream brownfield manufacturing cost estimating using industry tools.

Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.

Good understanding of all phases of the project delivery process.

Education Requirements

Engineering Degree or equivalent experience in the industry.

EEO Statement

CDI Engineering Solutions, LLC ("CDI") is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal CDI offer letter through our onboarding system.

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