What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Estimator position at HFS Company?
HFS Company is a recognized Architecture/Engineering/Construction project management and consulting firm working on a variety of federal, military, and commercial projects throughout the US and Europe. We provide full-service A/E design and support services across the entire lifecycle of our clients' facilities and assist our clients to reach their capital improvement goals.
JOB SUMMARY
Contribute to the successful delivery of contracted services through production of accurate construction cost estimates.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Produce detailed construction cost estimates in accordance with client requirements.
- Provide input to the A/E team in regard to potential issues impacting cost estimates.
- Coordination with design team from inception to completion on a project-specific basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or related field preferred.
Experience: 5 years recent construction cost estimating experience for large scale commercial construction projects. Federal and/or healthcare a plus.
License: Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Solid knowledge of cost estimating for large scale commercial building construction projects.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering construction documents.
- Thorough understanding of applicable codes and standards.
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organization, planning and time management habits.
- Excellent math skills and ability to analyze numerical data.
- Proficient with construction cost estimating software such as MCASES, RSMeans, or Procore
- Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook. Knowledgeable of Internet usage.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Constant – Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
- Constant – Ability to read, review, comprehend and mark/edit documents.
- Occasional – Ability to communicate with staff and others over the telephone and in person.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Indoors: 100% - Office environment; normal noise conditions
HFS Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or status as a protected veteran. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Sates on a full-time basis; HFS Company does not sponsor individuals for employment visas.
We are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran and Woman Owned Small Business. We offer a competitive pay and benefit package including generous PTO, paid holidays, $1000 per year for professional development and up to a 5% fully vested 401k match after one year.
Salary : $1,000