Senior Cost Estimator - Remote, Global Projects

Colliers International; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 149,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off (vacation & sick)

Parental leave

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator for a large multinational client. You will act as a subject matter expert supporting project managers and the real estate team with cost planning, budgeting, and value engineering across pre‑construction and execution.

International project experience, BIM and cost database proficiency (CostX, RIB iTwo) are essential. This remote role offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related discipline.
• 10+ years in cost estimating and management.
• Experience with industrial/building cost benchmarks.
• International project experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and cost databases.
• Familiar with BIM and cost databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cost management processes.
• Guide PMs in defining budgets for construction projects.
• Identify cost risks and mitigation measures.
• Provide cost estimates through project life cycle.
• Evaluate cost control effectiveness and revise forecasts.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Budgeting

Contract management

BIM

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM

Tools

RIB iTwo

CostX

Job description

Colliers is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator for a large multinational client. You will act as a subject matter expert supporting project managers and the real estate team with cost planning, budgeting, and value engineering across pre‑construction and execution.

International project experience, BIM and cost database proficiency (CostX, RIB iTwo) are essential. This remote role offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits program.