Cost Estimator Ii - Bethlehem, United States - CHA Consulting, Inc.
Description
WHY CHA?:
Finding a better way.
At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings.
CHA Consulting, Inc.
is currently seeking a
Cost Estimator II to join our
Commercial & Institutional - Cost Estimating Team located at our
Bethlehem, PA location.
YOUR IMPACT:
Our Cost Estimating team delivers high-quality, accurate cost consulting services to owners, architects, and construction managers at any stage from conceptual design through construction documents.
With expertise in architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical estimating, we identify the implications of design and construction decisions and bring cost certainty to the project.
Our estimates are accurate, prompt, and comprehensive, based on information from a nationwide network of contacts and careful analysis.The Cost Estimator II is responsible for executing high-quality accurate detailed cost estimates.
This individual understands clients' needs, meets their expectations, presents the estimate, and follows up with the client on any issues.
This individual will perform the estimate in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client requirements. The Cost Estimator II will have effective and clear communications while interfacing with clients, business partners, management, and colleagues. The Cost Estimator II will provide guidance, mentoring and training to team members. This role will foster business development and pursue new opportunities.At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams.
Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you'll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities.
Find your "why" at CHAREQUIREMENTS:
- B.S. degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience; Quantity Surveying Degree preferred
- A minimum of 5 years of Construction Cost Estimating with a clear emphasis on site related issues
- Certified Estimating Professional preferred but not required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of General Construction industry laws, regulations, policies, and practices
- Public and private construction process and procurement experience
- Knowledge of Value Management ("value engineering") practices
- High level of accuracy in site cost estimating, as verified by bid returns
- Ability to read and understand design and construction documents
- Ability to complete quantity takeoffs for all levels of design (including conceptual)
- Ability to work independently, and collaboratively interface within a team.
- Positive, actionoriented individual with a 'cando' mentality
- Analysis and reporting of labor productivity, historical cost data, and lifecycle costs
- Estimate reconciliation with independent cost estimators and construction manager's estimators
- Ability to track project cost estimates throughout the design process
- Experience interfacing with clients, potential clients, vendors, and business partners with excellent communication and relationshipbuilding skills
- Effective and clear communication in the presentation of information to and response to questions from clients, management, and colleagues
SALARY RANGE:
$72,000 - $90,000
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT:
At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams.
Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.
**We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be consideredMore jobs from CHA Consulting, Inc.
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