Estimator

Job Description

Why join us

Our insert city team is growing! The Estimator prepares cost estimates for specific disciplines and provides business support to senior staff as directed. Prepares cost estimates completes pricing and benchmarking research and maintains project documents and files in an organized manner. This position is based out of Beaverton OR and reports to the Technical Manager.

This is a full-time position with FaithfulGould that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential provide expert services on world class projects collaborate and grow with professional services experts and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits.

About Us:

FaithfulGould is a world leader in integrated project and program management consulting. We provide expert and professional management consulting services on a wide range of interesting and iconic projects with many high-profile clients across key business sectors and industries that include several Fortune 100 companies and notable Federal/State/City government agencies. FaithfulGould ranked #9 largest Construction Management Company and #7 Program Management Company by Engineering News Record (ENR). FaithfulGould was established in the U.K. in 1947 with its first USA office opening in 1992. We embody Constructive Expertise Its in our DNA!

How will you contribute to the team

• Interrogates drawings and other project documents to prepare detailed cost estimates in accordance with industry accepted practices.
• Works with project team to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.
• Performs accurate quantity takeoffs from design documents in 2D and 3D (BIM) format.
• Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases contractors suppliers etc. to utilize in estimates.
• Develops cost estimates using prescribed software and WBS.
• Assists senior staff in ways to make projects more efficient. Seeks ways to improve accuracy and efficiency of tasks.
• Maintains project documents such as drawings and specifications in an organized and reasonable manner. Maintains project files in accordance with company standards.
• Maintains and updates data library of costs.
• Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explains cost driver variances.
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
• Complexity - Work involves conventional practice but may include a variety of complex features.
• Decision-making - Most assignments are performed solitarily. Makes sound judgements on technical problems and methods. Receives approval on proposed plans for projects and general direction as to results expected or on unusual problems.
• Work direction given to others - Supervises gives work direction to and/or reviews the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments.

What will you contribute

• Bachelors degree in construction Quantity Surveying or a related field plus four years relevant experience.
• 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.
• Must have strong technology skills and knowledge of standard estimating system functionality (incl. 2D and 3D QTO). Knowledge of CSI Master Format and Uniformat WBSs is preferred.
• Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet Intranet Microsoft Windows OS Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Office Suite Power BI and Microsoft Project.
• Must be highly articulate have clear and analytical approach to problem solving andstrong decision-making abilities. Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.

What we offer at FaithfulGould:

• Opportunity to work on projects of various sizes and levels of complexity for globally renowned clients.
• Strong team of expert professional peers to mentor and grow with.
• Competitive salary.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
• Group Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning and development programs training career opportunities and a tuition reimbursement program.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us apply today!
At every stage we have the right support and training to help you learn and acquire what you need to succeed. We seek results-oriented problem solvers creative thinkers and performance-driven professionals who are ready to work on exciting projects and rewarding opportunities as a part of their exceptional career.

FaithfulGould is an equal opportunity drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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