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    Estimator - Pittsburgh, United States - Turner & Townsend

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    Company Description

    From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

    With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 113 offices in 46 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.

    Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

    Job Description

    Turner & Townsend is seeking an Estimator to work on a long-term energy project in the Pittsburgh area.

    On-site presence will be required occasionally per client requirements.

    Responsibilities:
    • Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
    • Ability to estimate at conceptual, programming and detailed level.
    • Assist in providing feasibility studies and using the application of parametric benchmark cost data.
    • Provide reasoned and rational cost advice on elements of cost estimating and planning.
    • Understand local market rates and project nuances
    • Contribute to benchmark library and advise on accuracy of cost advice and estimates received from external parties.
    • Provide benchmarking studies, analysis of cost data and presentation of data in reports.
    • Undertake cost assurance of third-party estimates, report writing and presentation.
    • Ability to perform all aspects of procurement, including managing the pre-qualification stage, produce bid list, bid analysis, produce bid report, and compile contractual documents.
    • Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
    • Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process.
    • Produce monthly cost reports and present to clients.
    • Provide input into value engineering and options analysis.
    • Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages.
    • Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database.
    • Identify improvements for cost estimating procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager.
    • Performs work in a safe manner and actively encourage others to comply with safety rules and regulations.
    Qualifications

    Technical Requirements:
    • Competency using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CostX, Bluebeam and Aspen.
    • Proficient in use of industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources, e.g. RS Means, Trade Services, Richardsons.
    Educational and Professional Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction from a four-year college or university.
    • Must have two (2) years of significant quantity survey and pricing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Prior experience as a project or field engineer desirable.
    • Demonstrated experience working as a lead estimator on large scale and complex construction projects.
    • Demonstrate experience of all elements of estimating construction projects, including but not limited to Civil, Structural, Architectural and MEP elements.
    • US construction experience is required.
    • Proven track record managing large-scale and complex projects.
    • Must possess exemplary communication skills - both written and oral.
    • Must be a "self-starter," and a goal/results-oriented leader and team player.
    • Perform all of the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software.
    Additional Information

    Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at or This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.

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