Associate Project Estimator

Universal Orlando • Orlando, FL

75d

About The Position

Assists in the generation of project budget estimates, updates to estimates during the design phases, negotiation of changes to the work during the construction/installation phase, and compiles post-mortem cost summaries of the project. This work is performed with significant oversight from project controls / estimating leadership.

Requirements

• Proficient in estimating take-off software (On-Screen, BidScreenXL, etc.) required.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the architectural/engineering, show/ride design and construction industry.
• Strong and effective communicator, both verbally and written, with ability to interface with various company departments, as well as outside vendors and contractors.
• Strong organizational, analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities/skills.
• Detail oriented with proven ability to orchestrate and execute multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to work independently with little to no direction and maintain a strong focus on business priorities and be persistent in follow-through.
• Ability to assist in successfully influence and guide a team.
• Ability to assist in negotiating cost changes with vendors and contractors.
• Basic conflict resolution skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or quantity surveying preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of estimates, negotiation, and settlement of costs for all changes to the work (including specialty ride & show scopes) throughout the project.
• Utilizing project costs, develops project metrics, reports and summaries to be presented and utilized by leadership.
• Assists estimating team during the buyout process including but not limited to the development of RFP's, scoping of bids, negotiation of final cost for all project scopes.
• Assists in the production overall project cost summaries and presentations. As well as present them to all levels of company leadership.
• Works with project team to identify and report project cost trends and risks.
• Assists in the creation of 'value engineering' components with the project team to mitigate cost overruns.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees