Cost Estimator

Guidehouse•Huntsville, AL

11d

About The Position

The Cost Estimator supports FBI-related construction, design/build, and architecture and engineering projects. The role reviews technical requirements, drawings, plans, and materials to produce detailed cost estimates and evaluates cost effectiveness as projects develop. It tracks actual costs against contract award costs, identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce expenses, and provides cost support throughout the project lifecycle. The estimator also prepares estimates and cost documents for government agents, management, and program managers, and may travel to job sites to gather project information.

Requirements

Active and maintained Top Secret federal or DoD security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, building science, statistics, construction management, production management, accounting, finance, engineering, or a related area.
Ten or more years of experience as a cost estimator on construction projects.
Industry-recognized certification such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), or Project Management Institute-Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).

Nice To Haves

Excellent IT and mathematics skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Close attention to detail.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Good project management skills.
Business acumen and awareness.
Understanding of the importance of data confidentiality.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of regulations, price trends, and exchange rates in building construction and associated trades.
Experience with industry cost-estimating software, including TS Means and CTC.

Responsibilities

Analyze drawings and other documentation to prepare estimates of time, cost, materials, and labor.
Assess cost effectiveness and track actual costs relative to contract award costs as projects develop.
Consult with clients, vendors, other department personnel, and construction foremen to formulate estimates and resolve issues.
Coordinate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors regarding changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
Prepare estimates for management planning, organizing, and scheduling work, and for selecting vendors or subcontractors.
Identify and quantify cost factors, including production time, raw materials, equipment, and labor expenses.
Travel to job sites to gather information about materials, labor requirements, and other project factors.
Use computer software and databases to calculate estimates and simulate building construction.
Evaluate product cost effectiveness or profitability and recommend ways to improve it.
Prepare estimates for government agents and other program managers.
Assist in developing cost documents, including project management plans, and respond to cost needs throughout the project.
Predict the cost, size, and duration of future construction and manufacturing projects.
Analyze project inputs to estimate time, money, labor, and lifecycle costs.
Calculate construction-phase costs for which the contractor is responsible.
Identify direct costs, including raw materials and labor, and establish project timelines.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays.
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
Parental leave and adoption assistance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Basic life and supplemental life insurance.
Health Savings Account and dental/vision and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Student Loan PayDown.
Tuition reimbursement, personal development, and learning opportunities.
Skills development and certifications.
Employee referral program.
Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach.
Emergency back-up childcare program.
Mobility stipend.