Preconstruction Estimator, Life Science

Preconstruction Estimator - Life Science

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1,500 professionals, and work directly with clients on projects that shape the world. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and empowered to make an impact, working alongside industry experts in the Construction Practice.

In this role you will collaborate with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject‑matter experts to deliver high‑quality solutions with consistency and accuracy for our clients.

• Create and submit well‑organized, high‑quality written estimates that account for project risks.
• Prepare construction and installation estimates from feasibility studies, conceptual designs, preliminary designs, or detailed designs.
• Review all project plans, specifications, take‑offs, I&C, and documents to gain a full understanding of the intended use of the estimate.
• Collaborate with the design team and offer cost‑effective alternatives.
• Prepare cost estimates for small‑ and large‑scale jobs.
• Manage projects from estimating/bidding, detailing, product purchasing, delivery, scheduling, installation, to construction administration.
• Calculate the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overhead and profit, and present a final price.
• Develop accurate labor and material costs with precise quantity take‑offs.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the design team, sub‑contractors, sub‑consultants, OEMs, and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with trade contractors and end‑users in targeted regions.
• Coordinate with Design Group construction teams as required to maintain current cost data.
• Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening relationships with our clients and team.
• This role will require occasional travel for project visits or meetings.

• 5+ years of construction cost estimating experience focused on Life Science/Pharmaceutical estimating from conceptual stage through buyout.
• Demonstrated knowledge of estimating practices and procedures utilizing estimating software.
• Prior experience utilizing on‑screen takeoff or Bluebeam and estimating databases.
• Strong understanding of CSI Estimating Format.
• Prior experience gathering and utilizing historical cost information as well as a network of trusted subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to understand project schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams and gather subcontractor input for optimizing project performance.
• Willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start‑up activities, client and company‑sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions.
• Experience working on large commercial/industrial projects (both greenfield and brownfield/renovations).
• Read and understand construction, installation, and I&C documents: details and drawings.
• Self‑motivated individual with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Procore & Project).
• BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.