Construction Cost Estimator at US Cost Inc

Brownsville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Estimating, Material Takeoffs, Bid Cost Analysis, Project Controls, MS Office, Architectural Drawings, Engineering Specifications, Budgeting, Vendor Management, Cost Escalation, Collaborative Teamwork, Professional Communication

Industry

Construction

Description

Description RIB U.S. COST is seeking Construction Cost Estimators to join our Miami team. In this role, you will prepare and coordinate detailed cost estimates across all project phases while ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets, and design requirements. We are looking for candidates with experience in one or more major disciplines, including general construction, architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, or environmental. We are a leader in providing project controls related services across all verticals within the construction and EPC/M industry. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Collaborate with a team of estimators who are qualified to perform capital cost estimating. Prepare cost estimates across all project stages from concept, SD, DD, CD to change order estimates. Prepare material takeoffs on complex projects, drawings, and plans. Provide detailed breakdown of components and elements for estimates for systems and subsystems. Assign material, equipment, subsystem, and subcontractor costs and labor costs to the estimate takeoff and quantification. Obtain quotes for materials and services from vendors and suppliers Apply cost escalations based on project schedules Conduct bid cost analyses Participate in client review and presentation meetings as required Provide a comparative analysis between estimate submissions and respond to estimate comments Adhere to all policies related to the handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Perform miscellaneous other job-related duties when assigned Requirements Knowledge, skills and abilities required: Prior work experience as a cost estimator on large, complex buildings, infrastructure or aviation projects required Ability to develop cost estimates at multiple phases from design through construction Have a clear understanding of and ability to work with architectural and engineering drawings and specifications Experience specific to mechanical, electrical, or civil disciplines highly desired Experience working for a contractor during the construction phase of a project is strongly desired Proficient in computer skills including MS OFFICE suite and cost estimating software Excellent oral and effective written communication skills Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in the production of deliverables and in interactions with fellow employees and clients This position requires daily in-office presence. U.S.COST provides exceptional professional services to owners, architects, engineers and contractors. As a 40-year-old company, our clients know they can trust us to deliver the best service in our areas of specialty. We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees. U.S.COST may require all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. U.S.COST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws. Level: Early -Mid Career Industry: Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture & Planning Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Prepare and coordinate detailed cost estimates across all project phases, from concept to change orders. Collaborate with teams to perform material takeoffs and conduct bid cost analyses for complex construction projects.