Senior Cost Estimator (Moving I-4 Forward)

Reynolds Smith & Hills Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Cost Estimator and lead the charge in transforming Florida's transportation landscape. In this pivotal role, you will develop comprehensive cost estimates for complex construction projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while managing risks and budgets. Your expertise will guide junior staff and contribute to the success of the Moving I-4 Forward initiative, a transformative program reshaping the transportation industry. If you're ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in construction estimation or similar roles.
• Expertise in developing comprehensive cost estimates for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of cost estimates for large-scale construction projects.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure cost considerations align with project goals.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Construction Management

Risk Assessment

Budget Management

Technical Guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Cost Management

Job description

The Opportunity

RS&H is currently seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join our team in the Moving I-4 Forward Program Office in Celebration, FL.

This position leads the development of cost estimates for large-scale, complex construction works, often part of major multi-year programs. This position is responsible for coordinating with diverse technical design teams and independent cost estimating teams to assess and validate costs and risks. This position prepares and validates cost and change management reports and produces regular budget/cost reports.

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Lead the development of comprehensive cost estimates based on total cost of materials, equipment, utilities, labor, risk, and general conditions for construction projects of large size and high complexity.
• Oversee and prepare conceptual estimates, change order estimates, and other estimates for large, complex projects, ensuring alignment with project goals while assessing and validating costs and risks.
• Develop and standardize cost report templates and issue budget/cost and change management reports, driving consistency and strategic insight across large programs.
• Produce regular budget/cost reports, including status, forecast at completion, and variance versus baseline budget. Provide recommendations to senior leadership as needed.
• Identify project constraints and/or needed upgrades and communicate them to the Project Manager. Collaborate with the team to identify potential solutions and impacts.
• Contribute to the development of project plans, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure that cost considerations are integrated into overall project goals.
• Provide expert technical guidance and leadership to junior and support staff, assigning tasks for project duration and ensuring quality assurance throughout the estimation process.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Cost Management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 15 years relevant experience in construction estimation or similar.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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The Team

As the largest transportation program in Florida, the Moving I-4 Forward initiative is not only poised to transform a critical corridor in the Sunshine State but to also reshape the transportation industry’s approach to delivery. Whether innovating new ways to collaborate with industry partners or investing in workforce development, Moving I-4 Forward is boldly leading the way for Florida’s transportation future. By joining our team you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms whose associates work hard every day to create a more connected future where everyone can thrive. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to our core values of: integrity, caring, forward-thinking, creativity, inclusivity, and ownership.