Remote Construction Estimator

Summary

Join the U.S. Department of Energy and Advanced Automation Corporation in seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to provide accurate cost and schedule estimates for construction projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in construction estimation, preferably within the energy or government sector
• Proficiency estimating small projects (less than $5 million) to major capital projects ($50 million or more)
• Proficiency in estimation software such as RSMeans, Sage Estimating, or similar tools
• Proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• US citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Responsibilities

• Preparation of detailed cost estimates for construction projects, varying from class 5 to class 1 estimates
• Development of a project schedule to the same level of fidelity as the cost estimate class
• Working closely with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing for materials, labor, and equipment
• Identification of potential cost risks and development of mitigation strategies to avoid budget overruns
• Preparation of a basis of estimate to document all assumptions for a given estimate
• Reviewing engineer work products, such as man-hour estimates, scopes of work, bill of materials, and designs

Benefits

• Work From Home
• Retirement Plan - 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• AFLAC (Supplementary Insurance)