Senior Cost Estimator – Water Infrastructure Projects

Stantec; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Estimator to join our team. You will supervise the development of detailed cost estimates for municipal, industrial, and water projects across the US, coordinating with design and construction teams to ensure accurate, timely estimates.

The role emphasizes cost control, schedule integration, and risk assessment. You will work with tools like MII, Sage, InEight, Primavera P6, and MS Project, and engage in value management and client reviews.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in cost estimating or construction management.
• Experience developing cost estimates and schedules per design stages.
• Familiar with AACEI guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of detailed cost estimates for major projects.
• Analyze costs, materials, labor, bid docs, specs.
• Maintain cost-estimating databases and tools.
• Collaborate with teams for value management.

Skills

Cost estimation

Construction management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

PMP certification

LEED AP BD+C

EIT

LEED Green Associate

Associate DBIA

PE

Tools

MII

Sage

InEight

Primavera P6

MS Project

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stantec is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Estimator to join our team. You will supervise the development of detailed cost estimates for municipal, industrial, and water projects across the US, coordinating with design and construction teams to ensure accurate, timely estimates.

The role emphasizes cost control, schedule integration, and risk assessment. You will work with tools like MII, Sage, InEight, Primavera P6, and MS Project, and engage in value management and client reviews.