Job Information
Guidehouse Project Cost Estimator in HUNTSVILLE, Alabama
Job Family :
Capital Projects & Infrastructure, Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting
Travel Required :
Up to 10%
Clearance Required :
Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)
This requisition has been posted for the purpose of pipelining, building relationships with qualified candidates in order to potentially hire them into future openings within the Defense and Security Department of Justice Account.
The team is proactively gathering and engaging candidates of interest and will then be able to match them with positions that become available in the future.
What You Will Do :
Our team helps Federal Government clients design, build and operate owned and leased facilities on Redstone Arsenal. Throughout the lifecycle of these facilities cost estimation is needed at the parametric and detailed levels. Cost estimators on our team provide estimates before design, throughout design and during construction on parts and whole projects.
During Construction, cost estimators will estimate changes generated by the client, field conditions and from the General Contractors. They will then compare those estimates with the proposals from the General Contractors.
After occupancy of the facilities cost estimators will assist in O&M lifecycle cost estimates, utilities and energy estimates as well as renovation and mission change estimates.
Throughout the lifecycle of the Contract, cost estimators will maintain historical records to inform them and the client of market and economic trends in all aspects of facilities.
What You Will Need :
Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a TOP SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree.
TWO (2) or more years of experience with cost estimation or pricing estimation.
What Would Be Nice To Have :
Industry recognized certification such as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Project Management Institute-Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), etc.
Excellent IT and math skills
Good problem-solving skills
The ability to pay close attention to detail
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Good project management skills
Have a keen sense of business acumen and awareness
An understanding of the importance of data confidentiality
Ability to work independently
The ability to organize work and meet deadlines
Knowledge of regulations, price trends and exchange rates in building construction and associated trades
Experience using industry software products used for cost estimating activities to include RS Means and CTC.
What We Offer :
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.