Senior Cost Estimator

Senior Cost Estimator

Company: HDR

Location:

Boston, MA

Salary: $131,040 - $187,200

• Develop, evaluate, compile, and present scope and cost data for project estimating
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoff for design and construction projects, including change orders to develop bottoms‑up cost estimates using current construction techniques and market pricing
• Perform and review methodology for quantity takeoffs from design drawings for multi‑discipline sections and customize takeoff sheets as needed to reflect the scope and associated efforts
• Provide technical direction, guidance and mentoring to assigned personnel or other estimators when delegated
• Provide input on the level of effort required (crew/equipment/cost/job hours) through historical database, crew‑based approach and coordination with multi‑discipline functions and/or vendors, and consolidate input for costing
• Prepare and implement procedures for conducting estimates, and establish structures and presentation formats for estimates
• Perform general or discipline cost estimating generating capital cost and/or services estimates
• Take responsibility for completeness and accuracy of estimates within defined parameters
• Work on estimates that may reflect any part of the total project, or changes to the project
• Coordinate with design and construction staff to obtain estimate scope and schedule data upon which to base estimates
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimate reports, including labor, material, equipment, market and job condition factors
• Prepare detail pricing field office labor pricing/other direct costs (ODC) and home office labor/ODCs
• Develop unit rates for discipline specific items

• 20+ years of relevant experience in producing bottoms‑up production‑based cost estimates
• Knowledge of Work Breakdown Structures necessary for cost management
• On‑Screen Takeoff and HCSS Heavy Bid
• Construction and field background
• Experience in transportation related field a plus

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years' related experience
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office software
• Advanced understanding of construction estimating concepts, construction scheduling and elements associated with risk
• Intermediate management fundamentals
• Able to lead small project estimates
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.