Cost Estimator

Cost Estimator - 4 years minimum experience

• Full-time
• State/Province:
  Texas
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line:
  Environment
• Work Location Model:
  Remote
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - San Antonio, TX - 19100 Ridgewo
• Compensation: USD 90,000 - USD 106,000 - yearly

• Capable of quickly learning the Company estimating systems and processes.
• Understands estimating terminology and measures and recognizes estimating processes/project actions that may impact the project.
• Perform Environmental Remediation estimations in Microsoft Excel.
• Capable of managing the preparation of an estimate and supporting proposal team during development of remediation technical approaches.
• Collaborates with project teams and management in development of strategies and plans.
• Participates in analyzing and using estimations to predict key project issues.
• Documents assumptions clearly for
  1) communication with the project team during the bid process and
  2) execution of work.
• Assists in the evaluation of business opportunities and potential profitability.
• Understanding and application of financial analysis and calculation of profitability metrics.
• Understands construction means, methods, and sequences-multiple disciplines.
• Supervises junior staff through task development, establishing and maintaining goals and expectations, and documenting performance related issues and achievements.
• Identifies and develops talent.
• Actively participates in all staffing issues affecting their area of responsibility.
• Assists in tracking action items.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of ROIC and IRR forecasts.
• Work directly with subcontractors to resolve technical matters during proposals, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Prepares crew build-ups and production rate determinations.
• Possesses a working knowledge of planning and scheduling.
• Understands company cost structure (overheads, G&A, insurances).
• Develops Work Breakdown Structures.
• Evaluates suitability of scope and execution plan for basis of estimate.
• Initiates the preparation of an Estimate Plan (approach, techniques, level of effort, cost, schedule), Basis of Estimate and qualifications.
• Prepares bid tabulations responding to the customer/Request for Proposal requirements.
• Collects, analyzes and archives project data. Develops historical documentation.
• Develops current project estimate comparisons with previous performance and market benchmark data.
• Helps prepare information for Executive Review Committee presentations.

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Administration in Business AND 4+ years of estimator-related work experience (including environmental remediation) OR demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Must pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check; many projects/clients are security sensitive.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License is required

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of tools, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
• Estimator with experience preparing successful estimates on competed, large (>10M), firm fixed priced-performance based environmental remediation work is highly desired
• Proficiency with RACER cost estimating tool

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.