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Cost Estimator I
Contract: Jackson, Michigan, US
Salary Range: 40.00 - 45.00 | Per Hour
Job Code: 364107
End Date: 2025-08-30
Days Left: 27 days, 5 hours left
Position details:
Client: Energy and utility Services
Title: Cost Estimator I
Location: Jackson, MI 49201 - Onsite
Duration: 12 months + Possible Extension
Schedule: Mon - Fri : Basic Business hours
Start: ASAP!!Apply Now
Pay Range: $40 -$45
About the Role:
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We are seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for medium-sized and complex projects across various types of contracts.
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The role requires familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the area of responsibility.
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The successful candidate will rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, with a certain degree of creativity and latitude.
Responsibilities:
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Develop pricing using industry-standard guidelines and estimating guides.
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Prepare quantity takeoffs and utilize software tools daily.
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Calculate complete takeoffs of the scope of work for discipline estimates.
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Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
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Coordinate the total estimating effort relevant to particular bids/projects as assigned.
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Utilize Cost Estimating software with guidance from Senior Estimators.
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Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures and assist Senior Estimators in incorporating data into the cost database.
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Interface with owners, architects/engineers, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.
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Break estimates into a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) by material, labor, and equipment.
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Apply estimating standards for mark-up, contingency, and other construction percentages.
Education Qualification:
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An Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred. However, relevant experience in estimating may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Required Skills:
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Knowledge of Electrical Utility (Substation, HVD, LVD) discipline, estimating techniques, and cost control.
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Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
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Experience in disciplines of estimating such as Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, Pipeline, Storage, M&R.
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Minimum of 1-2 years of construction cost estimating experience.
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Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
Job Requirement
- Estimator
- Cost Estimator
- Construction Estimator
- Electrical Utility
- estimating techniques
Reach Out to a Recruiter
- Recruiter
- Phone
- Sudhir Swami
- sudhir.swami@collabera.com
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