Program Estimating Manager

Job Description

Program Estimating Manager to be based onsite in Sacramento, CA.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the guidance of the Program Controls Deputy Director, the Program Estimating Manager oversees the Program Estimating Unit as a key team member in the Project Controls Office, Program Planning and Control Branch. The role is highly interactive and requires leading and actively engaging in all estimating activities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the cost estimating group in the development of all capital cost estimates for CAHSRA from planning conceptual level to final design and construction cost estimates.
• Facilitate the development of information used to develop cost estimates with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development of the bi-annual Programmatic Business Plan capital cost estimates, Program Baselines and Project Update Reports.
• Develop Estimate Development Plans and Basis of Estimate reports as required.
• Support the review of contractor estimates and claims.
• Develop policies and procedures for programmatic cost estimating.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 12 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Science/Management or Quantity Surveying.
• 20+ years of estimating experience.
• 10+ years in transit work with typical project size over $10 Billion.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of estimating.
• Significant demonstrable experience in report writing specifically but not limited to Estimate Development Plans and Basis of Estimate.
• Ability to develop and manage appropriate internal and external resources to facilitate the development of accurate cost estimates in a schedule driven program environment.
• Professional certification as cost estimator and/or engineer.
• Management experience on large programs with proven track record.
• Experience in database driven estimating software (Timberline, Heavy Bid) as well as electronic quantity surveying systems.

• Travel may be required for this position.
• Sponsorship is offered for this position.

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model:
  On-Site
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - Sacramento, CA - 770 L Street
• Compensation: USD 175,000 - USD 318,000 - yearly

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