Senior Construction Estimator at Turner Townsend

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Estimating, Cost Planning, Quantity Surveying, Cost Estimating Software, Bid Analysis, Change Management, Construction Management, Value Engineering, Communication Skills, Procurement, Benchmarking, Project Management, Safety Compliance, Data Analysis, Client Liaison, Constructability Reviews

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities. Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision. Job Description Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Estimator to work with our Atlanta team providing estimating, change management and conformance check services on major construction projects for a well-known client. *On-site presence is required. Responsibilities: Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan. Ability to estimate at conceptual, programming and detailed level. Perform accurate quantity surveys for all types of construction systems and materials. Assist with the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all types of projects. Assist in providing feasibility studies and using the application of parametric benchmark cost data. Provide reasoned and rational cost advice on elements of cost estimating and planning. Understand local market rates and project nuances Contribute to benchmark library and advise on accuracy of cost advice and estimates received from external parties. Provide benchmarking studies, analysis of cost data and presentation of data in reports. Undertake cost assurance of third-party estimates, report writing and presentation. Ability to perform all aspects of procurement, including managing the pre-qualification stage, produce bid list, bid analysis, produce bid report, and compile contractual documents. Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes. Review proposed change documents and pricing as assigned. Provide project document constructability reviews. Attend meetings as assigned. Make site visits with project/construction management as appropriate. Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process. Produce monthly cost reports and present to clients. Provide input into value engineering and options analysis. Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages. Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database. Identify improvements for cost estimating procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager. Performs work in a safe manner and actively encourages others to comply with safety rules and regulations. Qualifications Competency using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CostX, Bluebeam. Proficient in use of industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources, e.g., RS Means, Trade Services, Richardsons. Educational and Professional Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction from a four-year college or university. Must have three (3) years of significant quantity survey and pricing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience as a project or field engineer desirable. Demonstrated experience working as a lead estimator on large scale and complex construction projects. Demonstrate experience of all elements of estimating construction projects, including but not limited to Civil, Structural, Architectural and MEP elements. US construction experience is required. Proven track record managing large-scale and complex projects. Must possess exemplary communication skills – both written and oral. Must be a “self-starter,” and a goal/results-oriented leader and team player. Perform all of the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software. Additional Information *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs. Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-KO1 Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

Responsibilities

The Senior Estimator will provide estimating, change management, and conformance check services on major construction projects. Responsibilities include producing cost plans, performing quantity surveys, and managing procurement processes.