Estimating Professional Associate

As an estimator you will work under the direction of a senior estimator to gain knowledge of estimating commercial and industrial projects. Prior estimating experience is not required however, relative educational major associated with the position is preferred. Candidates will have the opportunity to grow and work on diverse projects nationwide. In addition, you will work with a team of highly qualified cost professionals to build your knowledge and help you grow as a cost estimating professional.

Prospective candidate must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and must be able to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

-    Ability to analyze construction drawings and specification to determine scope of work

-    Complete training on civil, structural, and architectural disciplines of estimating by a senior estimator

-    Ability to write a basis of estimate documenting estimating approach and assumptions

-    Prepare detailed take-offs using Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff and eTakeoff.

-    Assist in the development and maintenance of historical cost data for benchmarking

-    Accurately estimate costs related to labor, materials and equipment for given scope of work

-    Prepare cost estimates from conceptual design through detail final construction documents.

-    Minimum 0-3 years' experience in construction cost estimating

-    Bachelor's degree in related field

- Experience with BIM Model used for quantity takeoff

-    Good technical writing skills

-    Good computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

-    Proficient in Bluebeam is a plus

-    Proficient in OnScreen Takeoff

-    Working knowledge of Sage Estimating Software is a plus

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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