Senior Cost Estimator

AACE International; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-annual bonuses

Paid time off and holidays

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision,

AD&D and disability coverage

Health Savings Account with company

401(k)/Roth 401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Re

Training and Professional Development

Wellness Program & Fitness Reimburse

Job summary

MBP is seeking a Senior Estimator in Raleigh, NC, or the Mid-Atlantic region, with extensive experience in cost estimating for large construction projects. The role leads a team of estimators, prepares deliverables for clients, and performs risk and change-order analysis.

Qualifications include a BS in Civil Engineering or related field, professional licensure or certifications preferred, and proficiency with BlueBeam and take-off software. Travel is occasional.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• P.E. license and/or CCM/CCP/CEP preferred.
• Experience in estimating large, complex projects.
• Ability to lead estimators and present to clients.
• Proficiency in MS Office and take-off software.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
• Prepares and presents final deliverable documentation to clients.
• Performs quality checks of fellow team members' estimates.
• Leads or supports estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
• Develops and reviews change order requests.
• Assists with post-construction cost analyses.
• Manages project budgets and invoices.
• Prepares project fee proposals.
• Coordinates resources with estimating project managers.
• Trains and develops junior estimators.

Skills

Cost estimating

Vertical construction

Preconstruction leadership

Team leadership

A/E/C industry

CPM scheduling

Value engineering

Risk management

Constructability review

Claims analysis

Contract administration

Non-technical communication

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

P.E. license

CCM/ CCP/ CEP certification preferred

Tools

BlueBeam

Quantity take-off software

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

MBP is looking for a Senior Estimator in Raleigh, NC, or the Mid-Atlantic region, with significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects during preconstruction. Candidate will have the capability to lead a team of estimators in the preparation and submission of large, complex estimating deliverables. Additional experience in one or more of the following is desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Main Duties:

• Performs quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
• Prepares and presents final deliverable documentation to clients.
• Performs quality checks of fellow team members' estimates.
• Performs, reviews, and analyses contractor and/or designer estimates, with specific experience in GMP arrangements.
• Leads and/or supports estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
• Develops and/or reviews change order requests.
• Assists with development and/or analysis of post-construction cost analyses.
• Manages project-related budgets and invoices.
• Prepares project fee proposals.
• Coordinates resources and project workload with other estimating project managers.
• Participates in the training and development of junior estimators.

Skills and Abilities:

• Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects.
• Experience in A/E/C industry preferred.
• Additional experience in one or more of the following desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Proficiency with BlueBeam and/or other quantity take-off software programs.
• Experience providing training, supervision, proposal development, and business development desired.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Education:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience that equates to this degree.
• P.E. license, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), and/or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) certification preferred.

STATUS: Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $130,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.