Estimator

Overview

MBP is looking for an Estimator/ Lead Estimator in the US, with significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects. Proficient with construction industry cost management software package(s). Additional experience in one or more of the following desired: construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration. Department of Energy experience required, preferably at Los Alamos National Laboratories. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Main Duties:

• Performs quantity take-offs, pricing, and estimate deliverable development for multiple trades and in all stages; Pre-Design, Design and Construction.

• Prepare qualifications and assumptions for estimates.

• Performs reviews and analysis of contractor and/or designer estimates, with experience in multiple contract delivery methods (GMP, Cost Plus, IDIQ, etc).

• Develops and/or reviews change order requests.

• Assists with development and/or analysis of post-construction cost analyses.

Skills and Abilities

• Additional experience in one or more of the following desired: construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructibility review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration.

• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.

• Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Proficiency with quantity take-off software programs.

• Experience working with 3D models and associated software programs preferred.

• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

• DOE experience preferred.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum of ten years of estimating experience.

• B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant experience which equates to this degree.

• P.E. license and/or Certified Construction Manager, and/or Certified Cost Professional or Certified Estimating Professional or Certified Professional Estimator certification preferred.

• Specific title based on candidate's education, background, and level of experience.

MBP is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Employer