Senior Estimator - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking a Senior Estimator to be based in Sacramento, CA. 

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Estimating Manager, this role performs as a team member who is responsible for developing cost estimates. The employee works in the Program Management & Oversight Branch under the client's Program Delivery Office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works in the development of all capital cost estimates for cleint from planning conceptual level to final design and construction cost estimates.
• Facilitates the development of information used to develop cost estimates with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Supports the development of the bi-annual Programmatic Business Plan capital cost estimates, Program Baselines and Project Update Reports.
• Supports the review of Contractor estimates and claims.
• Develop policies and procedures for programmatic cost estimating.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalence of exp and or education including 2 years of leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and cost management software.
• 15+ years of estimating experience and 10+ years in transit work with typical project size over $1B.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Science/Management.
• Professional certification as cost estimator and/or engineer is preferable.
• Work experience on large programs with proven track record.
• Experience in database driven estimating software (Timberline, Heavy Bid, HCSS, Onscreen Takeoff, etc.).
• Experience with analyzing, reviewing, and estimating of change orders and good negotiations skills.
• Ability to produce oral and written presentation to client and other stakeholders.
• Strong work experience with MS Office application.
• Can communicate effectively with different disciplines to obtain scope of work and other information and manage the development of estimates.
• Ability to read blueprints and generate, quantities, work breakdown structure and scope of work.
• Can communicate effectively with different disciplines to obtain scope of work and other information and manage the development and review of schedules.
• Can create an estimate plan leading to deliver a complete estimate complying with program requirements.

• Travel may be required
• Sponsorship is available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.