Cost Estimator

Parametrix • San Diego, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking Cost Estimators to join their Advisory Services team. The role involves contributing to a multi-discipline engineering team by developing conceptual and detailed engineering and construction estimates, conducting quantity and material takeoffs, and building the Basis of Cost Estimate. The Cost Estimator will also conduct market research to understand cost drivers and establish client relationships by participating in workshops and providing defensible data and risk-based information. Collaboration with team members and clients across multiple projects is essential for success in this role. The team serves clients in water/wastewater, transit, transportation, environmental, and construction management sectors.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in construction management and/or engineering, with a specific focus on cost estimating.
• 2+ years of experience preparing cost estimates through the planning and design phases of the project life cycle.
• Exposure to multiple estimating software such as: RS Means Online, Blue Beam (or other electronic takeoff software), Timberline, and HCSS.
• Working knowledge in development of Life Cycle Cost (LCC) estimates to compare long-term economic trade-offs between options and alternatives.
• Knowledge of the CSI MasterFormat and UniFormat classifications.
• Must have a science-based bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as construction management, engineering, economics, finance, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a multi-discipline engineering team as a cost estimator.
• Support the Parametrix team in development of conceptual and detailed engineering and construction estimates.
• Conduct quantity and material takeoffs.
• Build the Basis of Cost Estimate based on feedback from users, owners, and the engineering teams.
• Conduct market research to understand cost drivers for material and labor.
• Establish relationships with clients by participating in workshops, including preparation of defensible data, relevant questions, and risk-based information to guide team decision-making.
• Collaborate with multiple team members and clients across multiple projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level