What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quantity Surveyor/Cost Engineer position at Tetra Tech?
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is currently expanding our team in the Indianapolis, Indiana market to better serve our pharmaceutical clients. We have an immediate need for Quantity Surveyors to help support a construction program for a new manufacturing facility. Candidates will be responsible for providing commercial and cost-control services across the construction program—supporting our team with estimating, cost forecasting, change management, invoice validation and support for contract negotiations—to ensure the program remains within budget. This position may have a hybrid work arrangement but the candidate must reside within 50 miles of the local Indianapolis, IN office.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Essential Job Functions
Specific position responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:
Associates degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field. 7 years’ experience as a quantity surveyor/cost engineer on industrial or pharmaceutical construction projects. Strong estimating, commercial management and contract administration skills. Proficient in cost-control systems and producing professional commercial reports. Ability to perform field work/oversight in various environmental factors. Ability to travel (approx. < 25% of travel required). A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required. Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications
Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment. Ability to walk across variable terrain, including uneven ground, in all weather conditions (hot/cold temperatures, loud noises, heavy equipment, etc.). Ability to travel periodically between the office, and the construction site (within the Indianapolis metro area) to help oversee and verify field work (approx. < 25% of travel required).
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
Tetra Tech is currently expanding our team in the Indianapolis, Indiana market to better serve our pharmaceutical clients. We have an immediate need for Quantity Surveyors to help support a construction program for a new manufacturing facility. Candidates will be responsible for providing commercial and cost-control services across the construction program—supporting our team with estimating, cost forecasting, change management, invoice validation and support for contract negotiations—to ensure the program remains within budget. This position may have a hybrid work arrangement but the candidate must reside within 50 miles of the local Indianapolis, IN office.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Essential Job Functions
Specific position responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:
- Prepare and maintain cost estimates, contract budgets, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete analyses.
- Review and process contractor progress claims, change orders and claims; validate invoice entitlements.
- Support procurement and RFQ cost evaluations; produce tender comparisons and recommendation reports.
- Maintain month-end cost reporting and support earned value management reporting.
- Assist in contract administration, close-out reconciliation and dispute resolution.
- BS degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
- RICS/MRICS or AACE certification desirable.
- Experience with construction of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities is ideal but would consider other industrial/manufacturing facility construction experience.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
- This position is based out of the Indianapolis, IN office with the potential of a hybrid work schedule, but the candidate must reside within 50 miles of the local Indianapolis, IN office. This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company’s discretion.
- Field work/oversight will include work to be performed outside, as a result may include occasional work in various environmental factors (weather, altitude, terrain, noise, etc.). This can include remaining stationary for long periods of time, walking, bending, lifting, and sitting for site assessments, site walks, and other field oversight activities.
- Office work will include extended periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.
- Full-time, Monday through Friday work schedule (40 hours). Occasionally extended hours may be required based on project and/or client needs.
- Work will be performed in an office and field setting.
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
- Organization: 117 ECS