Alexandria, VA, 22303, USA
5 hours ago
Cost Estimator
Actalent is hiring a Estimator to support a project with MWA/TSA at Washington Dulles International Airport. The project consists of building baggage and x-ray machines and ranges from $150-$650 million in size. Job Description + Prepare cost estimates for various estimate disciplines and provides guidance to junior staff. + Complete pricing and cost benchmarking validations, and provide specialty cost intelligence deliverables. + Utilize industry experience to develop cost estimates reflective of local market and project conditions. + Examine blueprints and other documents and prepare detailed cost estimates. + Perform accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents. + Supervise the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience in order to develop complete early-stage cost estimate forecasting. + Obtain accurate and up-to-date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. + Review inputted estimate takeoff information in CATO for specific disciplines in order to provide a check to assess accuracy and suitability for project type and specific project requirements. + Review historic benchmark cost information and highlight variances. + Work with architects and engineers to develop a clear understanding of the project scope during preparation of the estimate. + Develop relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members. + Prepare cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers. Skills/Qualifications + 10-15 years of experience + Must be able to pass a security review with TSA + Must have a college degree in a related field + MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) experience + Supervisory skills + Relationship-building with A/E firms and project team members Work Site This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Dulles, VA and some days remote. Benefits: + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Six paid legal holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July Fourth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day + Paid time off Diversity, Equity, Inclusion: At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people About Actalent: Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021. Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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