Staff Estimator/Cost Consultant

Job Description
AECOMis seeking aStaff Estimator / Cost Consultantto be based inLos Angeles, CA.
The Staff Estimator / Cost Consultant responsibilities include:
Works with the Company estimating systems and processes.
Applies estimating terminology, measures, concepts, and principles.
Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact the project estimates and begin to assist in quantifying the impact.
Technical Skills:
Prepares bid packages, conceptual estimates and analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects.
Performs duties with some complexity under general supervision.
Expected to assist in the preparation of larger and more complex estimating assignments including the Estimate Plan.
Understands the AECOM costing structure (overheads, G&
A, insurance, etc.)
Develops wage rate build-ups.
Reads and interprets drawings and specifications.
Develops detailed material take-offs for estimate development and field procurement of bulk materials.
Develops cash flow schedules and estimates.
Survey of market price for construction materials and labors in various professional level
Able to use software such as Navisworks, Autocad, Bluebeam and Trimble to provide cost estimates.
Review sub contractor’s down time during construction and check cost impact
Review design change in terms of cost impact (Quotation review for subcontract’s change order)
Make an estimate or quotation for change order or design change etc.
Perform value engineering and estimate cost saving due the VE
Compile and record all related documents
Coordination with subcontractors
Cost consulting from inception to completion and ongoing cost advice to clients at a portfolio level.