Senior Cost Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates during the preliminary, intermediate, final, and release-for-construction phases of design.

• Evaluate estimates created by consultants and contractors.

• Generate cost estimates to assist in the assessment of value engineering studies.

• Aid in conducting constructability reviews.

• Provide support in negotiations related to contract change modifications and potential claims.

• Work collaboratively with technical experts across North America and globally.

• Contribute to projects in transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure sectors.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating.

• Diverse experience in transportation projects, particularly in rail, highway, and aviation.

• Experience with transit agency owner costs is preferred.

• Proficiency in estimating software, especially HCSS HeavyBid, is preferred.

• Professional certifications are preferred.

• Knowledge of FTA (Federal Transit Administration) guidelines and funding requirements.

• Expertise in industry-standard estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, or similar tools, and Agtek.

• Strong comprehension of construction methods and materials.

• In-depth understanding of project delivery methods: Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CM/GC, and PDB.

• Solid grasp of transit project components and systems.

• Accepted employment offers are contingent upon pre-employment screenings, which include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, criminal checks, global sanctions and government watch-list searches, and drug testing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Paid time off along with a flexible holiday program.

• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities as business needs permit.

• Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave benefits.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Paid family leave.

• Wellness programs that promote physical and mental health.

• Educational assistance, professional development, and ongoing learning opportunities.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Employee discount programs.

• Incentive compensation, where applicable.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Mentorship, technical training, and leadership development opportunities.