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    Senior Cost Estimator - Houston, United States - Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

    Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
    Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Houston, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.

    While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that.

    We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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    We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

    Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR's Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location.

    Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities.

    EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices.

    Primary Responsibilities
    In the role of Senior Cost Estimator, we'll count on you to:


    • Perform general or discipline cost estimating generating capital cost and/or services estimates data analysis identifying problems and make recommendations and control activities for project and/or proposal efforts
    • Support estimate reporting and reviews
    • Provide technical direction to assigned personnel when delegated
    • Execute simultaneous tasks within broadly defined parameters
    • Prepare services, distributable, contractor indirect and/or capital cost estimates in specialized discipline areas using current techniques and market pricing
    • Prepare cost/schedule products for proposals or contract negotiations
    • Provide input on the level of effort required (cost/job hours) through coordination with functions and/or vendors, and consolidate input for costing
    • Perform and review methodology for quantity takeoffs from design drawings for multidiscipline sections and customize forms to reflect best effort
    • Prepare detail pricing field office non-manual labor/other direct costs (ODC) and home office labor/ODCs
    • Produce capital costs estimate using a crew-based approach including formation of crews from multiple disciplines
    • Develop unit rates for discipline specific items
    • Prepare basis and assumption documentation denoting rationale, inclusions and exclusions
    • Calculate fee based on established fee model
    • Quantify and spread escalation based on project schedule and estimated costs
    • Develop and perform analysis of project cash models and the corresponding time value of money as the cost of working capital correlating scheduled activities and cost
    • Support risk analysis assessment by identifying areas of risk
    • Support contingency efforts as directed
    • Assist in developing unit staffing, job hour and pricing data for a specific discipline or other specialty, including estimating parameters, factors, indices, and craft distribution reference data based on analysis of HDR and industry experience
    • Perform data analysis, identify problems and make recommendations
    • Identify or define data sources and techniques for data acquisition
    • Prepare reports and estimate summaries for estimate reviews, as directed by supervisor
    • Participate in estimate reviews and presentations as appropriate
    • Support training activities as needed
    • Perform other duties as needed
    Required Qualifications


    • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Science Engineering, or combination of education and relevant experience
    • A minimum of 10+ years of related experience
    • Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office software
    • Advanced understanding of construction estimating concepts, construction scheduling and elements associated with Risk
    • Able to lead small project estimates
    • Good verbal and written communication skills
    • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
    Preferred Qualifications


    • P
    roficient with E4 Clicks, PACES and MCACES


    • Ability to interpret construction schedules
    Why HDR

    At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it.

    Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.

    When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
    Primary Location

    Primary Location

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    United States-Texas-Spring Branch
    Other Locations

    Schedule

    Schedule

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    Full-time
    Employee Status

    Employee Status

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    Regular
    BusinessClass

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    EOC SR and M Construction
    Job Posting

    Job Posting

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    May 9, 2024
    At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
    We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

    We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
    Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.
    We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.

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