Senior Cost Estimator (Full-Time)

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck); Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-annual bonuses

Generous paid time off

100% employer-paid health benefits (HO

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Professional development opportunities

Wellness program

Job summary

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) is seeking an experienced estimator to perform quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades in a Charlotte, NC environment. The role includes preparing client deliverables, overseeing quality checks, and supporting reconciliations with clients and contractors.

The ideal candidate has significant cost estimating experience in the A/E/C sector, with possible exposure to CPM scheduling, risk management, and constructability reviews. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects.
• Experience in A/E/C industry preferred.
• General contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration helpful.

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 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

Quantity take-offs

Cost estimating

Construction knowledge

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

BlueBeam/TAO take-off software

Engineering drawing interpretation

Training/supervision

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

P.E. license / CCM / CCP / CEP preferred

Tools

BlueBeam

Quantity take-off software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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.