Project Cost Estimator

About the Company <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-right:7px; text-indent:0in">Enterris Associates is a trusted, full-service consulting firm specializing in program and project management, risk analysis and mitigation, claims support, compliance, and dispute resolution. We partner with the public sector and utility clients to drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Our advisory services include testing and inspection, contract administration and oversight, compliance monitoring, and comprehensive construction and project management - all tailored to help our clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals with confidence. Formally established in 2021 and built on the legacy of PQM founded in 2006, we bring nearly two decades of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction expertise to our clients. We deliver value through quality oversight, project management, compliance, and risk mitigation. </p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in"><b>Job Title</b>: </p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-top:2px; text-indent:0in">Project Cost Estimator</p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in"><b>Work Location</b></p> <ul> <li class="MsoBodyText">Hybrid work location No</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">In office, 5 days a week Yes</li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in"><b>Employment Terms </b></p> <ul> <li class="MsoBodyText">Full-time regular employment, 40 hours per week / 100% FTE </li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in"><b>Essential Job Duties</b></p> <ul> <li class="MsoBodyText">Prepares preliminary and final independent detailed cost estimates JOC/Formal Construction</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">contracts managed by M&O to establish negotiating position as required by change order</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">procedures</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">Provides support in price negotiations</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">Prepares claim analyses and estimates</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">Prepares detailed estimates of construction costs based on drawings, specifications and</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">sketches, square footages, using standard estimating data and tools</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">Reviews contractor's claims and proposals for merit and accountability</li> <li class="MsoBodyText">Performs related duties as assigned</li> </ul> Qualifications <ul> <li>Minimum of Seven (7) years full time paid professional experience in construction cost estimating of</li> </ul> <p style="margin-left:48px; text-indent:0in">all divisions for facilities or school building construction projects</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering or Construction Management</li> <li>Knowledge of current local construction labor and material costs</li> <li>Extensive experience in developing and estimating the scope of work for change orders</li> <li>Ability to compare the independent cost estimate with contractor proposal to quickly identify</li> </ul> <p style="margin-left:48px; text-indent:0in">differences</p> <ul> <li>Ability to develop scope of work based on RFI/RFC answers and estimates the detailed costs</li> </ul> <p style="margin-left:48px; text-indent:0in">of those scopes of work independent of the contractor proposal</p> <ul> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in">Compensation </p> <p>{This role is salaried/exempt with a base annual salary range of $145,000.00 - $170,000.00 and commensurate with </p> <p>skill, education, experience, and work location. // This role is bonus eligible after 6 months of employment. }</p> <p>Benefits Package </p> Enterris offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time regular employees, including: <ul> <li style="margin-bottom:11px">PPO and HMO Medical plans, including a 100% employer-paid base plan and Health Savings Accounts</li> <li>Dental PPO </li> <li>Vision PPO </li> <li>Short Term Disability (100% employer-paid)</li> <li>Long Term Disability (100% employer-paid)</li> <li>Basic Life / AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)</li> <li>Critical Illness insurance </li> <li>Accident Insurance </li> <li>Voluntary Life Insurance </li> <li>401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching up to 6% </li> <li>Generous Paid Time Off </li> <li>Paid Holidays </li> <li>Employee Assistance Programs (100% employer-paid)</li> <li>Perks & Discounts </li> <li>Work-life Balance </li> <li>Professional Development Opportunities </li> <li>Company events and great culture </li> </ul> Work Environment <ul> <li>This job operates in a professional environment and uses standard equipment such as computers and phones.</li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in"> </p> Physical Demands <ul> <li>Be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per day.</li> <li>Demonstrate the ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.</li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-indent:0in">Solicitation</p> <ul> <li>Please no solicitation of any kind from staffing agencies or recruiting firms.</li> </ul> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-top:17px; text-indent:0in">EEOC Statement</p> <p>Enterris Associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</p>