Senior Estimator

AtkinsRéalis • San Diego, CA

37d • $104,000 - $173,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team in San Diego, CA. Your role Prepares cost estimates for various estimate disciplines and provides guidance to junior staff. Prepares cost estimates, completes pricing and cost benchmarking validations, and provides specialty cost intelligence deliverables. Utilizes industry experience to develop cost estimates reflective of local market and project conditions. Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates. Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents. Leads the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience in order to develop complete early-stage cost estimate forecasting. Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates. Reviews inputted estimate takeoff information in CATO for specific disciplines in order to provide check to assess accuracy and suitability for project type and specific project requirements. Reviews and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics. Reviews historic benchmark cost information and highlights variances. Works with architects and engineers to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members. Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers. Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary. Work involves complex or novel assignments requiring diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Work requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices. Consistently exercises independent judgment. Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Consults with supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments. Supervises, gives work direction to, and/or reviews the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments. Interfaces with senior technical staff, technical managers, and administrative staff and managers as necessary. Represents the organization in conferences with clients. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Requires seven (7) years relevant experience.
• Must have strong skills in CATO, electronic quantity takeoff, and Primavera.
• Requires knowledge of local construction market in area of operation including pricing conventions and trends.
• Requires ability to prepare conceptual cost model estimates from limited information using local historic cost information.
• Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of typical estimating program functionality and related WBS is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• A professional designation such as RICS, CCE, CCM, AIA, PE, ASPE, AACEI, CVS, AVS, LEED AP, RA, or any appraisal or real estate licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cost estimates for various estimate disciplines and provides guidance to junior staff.
• Prepares cost estimates, completes pricing and cost benchmarking validations, and provides specialty cost intelligence deliverables.
• Utilizes industry experience to develop cost estimates reflective of local market and project conditions.
• Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates.
• Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents.
• Leads the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience in order to develop complete early-stage cost estimate forecasting.
• Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates.
• Reviews inputted estimate takeoff information in CATO for specific disciplines in order to provide check to assess accuracy and suitability for project type and specific project requirements.
• Reviews and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics.
• Reviews historic benchmark cost information and highlights variances.
• Works with architects and engineers to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate.
• Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.
• Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers.
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
• Supervises, gives work direction to, and/or reviews the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments.
• Interfaces with senior technical staff, technical managers, and administrative staff and managers as necessary.
• Represents the organization in conferences with clients.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

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