Cost Estimator

Keville Enterprises•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Keville Enterprises, Inc., a construction management consulting and inspection firm, is seeking a full-time Cost Estimator for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The role develops and reviews estimates for a variety of civil and vertical construction projects, including highways, bridges, tunnels, airports, buildings, and renovations. Estimates may be conceptual, prepared at different design stages, related to changes or claims, or used to analyze what-if scenarios. The Estimator also prepares technical reports and coordinates estimates with construction schedules. The Estimator works with project owners, designers, engineers, suppliers, contractors, and construction schedulers. The position participates in project meetings, negotiations, risk analysis, and value engineering. It is onsite at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Normal hours are during the daytime but may vary with project demands, and overtime may be required to meet deadlines. The work involves prolonged periods sitting at a desk and using a computer. Keville provides a comprehensive benefits package, industry-related training, and career opportunities. Background checks are required, and OSHA 10 certification is a condition of employment. Employees assigned driving duties must maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Requirements

At least 5 years of cost estimating experience on vertical or civil projects.
High proficiency using laptop and desktop computers.
Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Thorough understanding of the construction process.
Experience reading construction plans and specifications and developing the crews, equipment, and production rates required to build a project.
Positive attitude, calm demeanor, friendly personality, and ability to work well with others.
Fluency in English, excellent writing skills, and excellent oral communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field.
OSHA 10 certification is a condition of employment.
Employees assigned driving duties must maintain a current, valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid Software is strongly preferred.
Experience with a digitizer or on-screen takeoff software is strongly preferred.
CPM Scheduling experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed cost estimates for highway, bridge, tunnel, airport, building construction, renovation, and other projects.
Prepare preliminary conceptual estimates, estimates at various design stages, change order estimates, claims estimates, and estimates for what-if scenarios.
Review and comment on cost estimates developed by others.
Write technical reports.
Coordinate and integrate estimates with construction schedules by interfacing with construction schedulers.
Interface with project owners, designers, engineers, material and equipment suppliers, and construction contractors.
Participate in project meetings, negotiations, risk analysis studies, and value engineering studies.