Strategic Cost Lead & Owner's Rep (Remote Options)

E-Frontiers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Exposure to cutting-edge BIM tools

Job summary

E-Frontiers in New York is seeking an experienced cost estimator to drive accuracy from concept through construction, leveraging BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing to influence project outcomes.

This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with project teams on high-profile projects, with flexible work options and exposure to cutting-edge tools. You will lead cost control, budgeting, and contract administration while ensuring compliance and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Structural or Architectural Engineering, Cost Estimating, or equivalent technical qualification.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in construction cost estimating across multiple building types.
• Strong knowledge of elemental and CSI cost formats.

Responsibilities

• Cost Management: Lead cost control, negotiate change orders, and manage contingencies.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee project budgets, provide accurate financial forecasts, and analyze financial statements.
• Invoice Processing: Track and process invoices while maintaining up-to-date cost systems.
• Reporting: Produce progress, earned value, and cost reconciliation reports for internal and client review.
• Contract Administration: Prepare cost estimates and manage contract terms, retention, and insurance.
• Documentation: Maintain project records including change orders, invoices, and relevant documentation.
• Project Closeout: Coordinate project closeout meetings and deliverables.
• Schedule Monitoring: Ensure adherence to project schedules and QA/QC standards.
• Support Project Management: Assist with RFPs, equipment plans, and supplier coordination.
• Proposal & Contract Management: Oversee proposal reviews, contract negotiations, and supplier deliveries.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure budgets are met and project charges are accurately reconciled.

Skills

Cost estimating

Construction management

Budgeting

Project collaboration

BIM 5D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

BIM 5D cost modeling

LEED cost analysis

Life cycle costing

Job description

E-Frontiers in New York is seeking an experienced cost estimator to drive accuracy from concept through construction, leveraging BIM 5D cost modeling, LEED cost analysis, and life cycle costing to influence project outcomes.

This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with project teams on high-profile projects, with flexible work options and exposure to cutting-edge tools. You will lead cost control, budgeting, and contract administration while ensuring compliance and timely reporting.