Construction Estimator
Company: Jacobs
Location: Oak Ridge
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow. _We're invested in you
and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project.
It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a
thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our
partnerships._ _At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine
how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big
ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable
world._ _Design your career with a company that inspires and
empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and
succeed - today and into tomorrow_ **Your Impact:** On-Site
estimator to support multiple EPCM construction projects. Assist
with client pricing for changes to program. Assist with check
estimates/ review subcontractor requested changes for all
disciplines including Electrical and Mechanical. Part of multi
project team running $200M+ projects for a single client.
Coordinate with home office estimators for larger estimating
efforts. Reports to Project Controls Manager. Develop construction
cost estimates, primarily on changed conditions. Lead and Estimate
tasks for labor and material costs of construction projects, new
and for changed conditions, interpret plans & specifications from
multiple design phases (conceptual through 100% Construction
Documents), and generate quantity takeoffs and pricing for all
divisions of work including Electrical and Mechanical. Expected to
assist in the preparation of larger and more complex assignments.
Use knowledge of general application of construction and estimating
principles, theories, concepts, and industry practices and
standards to perform moderately complex assignments under general
supervision. To produce accurate and quality cost estimates: o
Analyze specifications, sketches, blueprints, bills of material,
and subcontractor quotations. o Coordinate with Jacobs design
personnel to fully comprehend the nature of changed conditions. o
Coordinate with Jacobs CM personnel to fully comprehend the nature
of changed conditions. o Assist with contractor negotiations if
needed. o Prepare and maintain historical cost data **Here's What
You'll Need:** + Microsoft Excel expertise + 4 or more years of
experience, education can substitute for some experience +
Bachelors degree in math, business, accounting or other related
field highly preferred + Ability to plan, organize, document,
perform, review and present multiple sub-projects with minimum
supervision + Communication skills including the ability to
interact with all levels of the project team. + Knowledge of
specifications, sketches, blueprints, bills of material, and
subcontractor quotations + Person already residing a commutable
distance from the Idaho Falls area highly preferred + Experience
large scale heavy industrial projects highly preferred. +
Experience with Sage Timberline software is a plus Essential
Functions: Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending,
squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting
requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings,
etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is
required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine
manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to
reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as
below the shoulder for same. No foot controls necessary. Must be
alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel,
will work near construction job site equipment when in the field,
occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery,
occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or
fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and
potential work at heights. OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS U.S.
Citizenship required. Valid driver's license is required. Must be
able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional
behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and
cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the
position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee
or others. Must take and pass a pre-employment drug, background
check and site security badge screening At Jacobs, we help prepare
people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at
every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range
of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment
where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive
benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero
workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing
career here at Jacobs. 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. Learn more about
your rights under Federal EEO laws (and supplemental language
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Keywords: Jacobs, Knoxville , Construction Estimator, Other , Oak Ridge, Tennessee
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