The successful candidate will prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff as directed
Job Summary
The successful candidate will prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff as directed.
Prepares and reviews material take offs from planning documents or engineering drawings.
At Faithful+Gould, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes: Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes, Competitive salary, Flexible work schedules, Paid Time Off (PTO), Group Insurance, Retirement Savings Plan with employer match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program.
Matching Summary
The successful candidate will prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff as directed.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Prepare cost estimates for disciplines
Liaise with Design Builder's groups
Review contract documents for scope changes
Perform accurate quantity takeoffs
Maintain and update estimate data library
Proficiency in MS Office tools
Nice-to-have
Clear and logical approach to problem solving
Strong decision-making abilities
Seek ways to improve accuracy and efficiency
Highly organized
Strong interpersonal skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction Management
Minimum of 15+ years’ experience
Heavy civil construction/ railway estimating minimum 8 years
Experience creating detailed estimates for railroad construction projects
Some experience in contract administration
Good knowledge of change management principles
Proficiency in benchmarking and change management
Negotiation experience with Design Build Contractors