Estimator (00543)

PMA Consultants Careers

Job Location:

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 131853 - 187193

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a recognized Cost Estimator to provide thought leadership and advanced technical guidance across enterprise-wide capital programs. This role requires a deep command of cost estimating methodologies tools and industry trends. As a key advisor to project teams executives and clients you will influence strategic planning lead estimating efforts and drive continuous improvement across the cost management lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings exceptional depth in cost engineering experience across multiple sectors and a track record of mentoring innovation and thought leadership within the industry.

Organizational Responsibilities

Acts as the technical authority and primary consultant for all cost estimating activities across projects and programs.
Leads the creation validation and optimization of advanced cost models parametric estimates and probabilistic risk assessments.
Establishes enterprise-wide estimating standards procedures and governance protocols.
Consults on cost-related matters with internal leadership clients legal teams contractors and procurement.
Leads and resolves estimate disputes variances or high-profile estimate challenges.
Facilitates executive estimate reviews strategy alignment sessions and risk summits.
Evaluates and selects estimating tools technology platforms and benchmarking solutions.
Publishes internal guidance white papers and best practices; contributes to external industry bodies.
Mentors and trains staff across all levels; designs enterprise estimating competency frameworks.
Leads the integration of cost estimating with project controls scheduling and earned value systems.
Provides insight into market shifts inflationary trends and escalation strategies.
Drives innovation in automation AI or digital estimating platforms.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering construction management or related field required; Masters preferred.
15 years of progressive experience in cost estimating for large-scale capital infrastructure programs.
Extensive hands-on experience with estimating tools (e.g. Sage RSMeans CostX PRISM Cleopatra Enterprise).
Proven track record of leading high-value multidisciplinary cost estimating efforts.
Active professional certifications such as AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP) CCE or RICS chartership preferred.
Demonstrated industry impact through publications presentations or leadership in professional organizations (AACE RICS CMAA etc.) preferred.
Strong financial statistical and modeling acumen with the ability to influence executive-level decisions.

$131853 - $187193 a year

The salary range for this position is $131853 to $187193.

Note: This opportunity is available at multiple levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected candidates experience skills geographic location and alignment with business needs. We are committed to providing fair and equitable consideration for all applicants.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving written and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity diversity and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding long-term careers at PMA and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized celebrated and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes the profession and yourself PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits wellness programs for you and your family and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a Best Place to Work.

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including medical prescription dental vision time off with pay 401(k) with company match life disability and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression) disability national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.

Organizational Responsibilities

Acts as the technical authority and primary consultant for all cost estimating activities across projects and programs.
Leads the creation validation and optimization of advanced cost models parametric estimates and probabilistic risk assessments.
Establishes enterprise-wide estimating standards procedures and governance protocols.
Consults on cost-related matters with internal leadership clients legal teams contractors and procurement.
Leads and resolves estimate disputes variances or high-profile estimate challenges.
Facilitates executive estimate reviews strategy alignment sessions and risk summits.
Evaluates and selects estimating tools technology platforms and benchmarking solutions.
Publishes internal guidance white papers and best practices; contributes to external industry bodies.
Mentors and trains staff across all levels; designs enterprise estimating competency frameworks.
Leads the integration of cost estimating with project controls scheduling and earned value systems.
Provides insight into market shifts inflationary trends and escalation strategies.
Drives innovation in automation AI or digital estimating platforms.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering construction management or related field required; Masters preferred.
15 years of progressive experience in cost estimating for large-scale capital infrastructure programs.
Extensive hands-on experience with estimating tools (e.g. Sage RSMeans CostX PRISM Cleopatra Enterprise).
Proven track record of leading high-value multidisciplinary cost estimating efforts.
Active professional certifications such as AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP) CCE or RICS chartership preferred.
Demonstrated industry impact through publications presentations or leadership in professional organizations (AACE RICS CMAA etc.) preferred.
Strong financial statistical and modeling acumen with the ability to influence executive-level decisions.

$131853 - $187193 a year

The salary range for this position is $131853 to $187193.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving written and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

We offer competitive pay and benefits wellness programs for you and your family and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

EOE including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.

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PMA Consultants Careers

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