Senior Heavy Civil Estimator, Hybrid – Eastern U.S

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

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We’re seeking a Heavy Civil Senior Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M-$10B to support our projects in Michigan. The types of projects include heavy civil, highway, bridge, transit, rail, airports, and urban development. This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings, assess the risk, and cost impacts required to develop the estimates.

You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, apply construction means and methods, calculate indirect field and owner’s costs, and meeting necessary deadlines.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Project Services teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Please Note--this position is based on a Hybrid model. You’ll work at one of our Jacobs’ office locations in the Eastern region of the United States. You’ll go into work twice weekly to the closest Jacobs office nearest to where you reside.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop capital cost estimates for transportation/transit projects.

• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.

• Review and validate change orders.

• Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.

• Maintain organized and detailed files, project records, and logs.

• Attend project meetings as required.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in afast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive estimating and construction experience related to heavy civil construction.
• Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in transportation projects.
• Proficient use of MS Office products, HCSS (Heavy Bid) estimating software and Blue Beam.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Bachelors' degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.
• Certifications such as a CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $ to $. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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