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Senior Mechanical Cost Estimator

Jacobs

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Job overview

Jacobs seeks a Senior Mechanical Cost Estimator to develop capital cost estimates for projects ranging from $25M to $25B, covering office, training, communications, warehouse, and aircraft facilities, working primarily remote while supporting clients nationwide.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

MS OfficeSage TimberlineMIIOn Screen TakeoffPlumbingHVACFire ProtectionCost Estimating

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent5-15 Years Estimating and Construction ExperienceUS CitizenshipBachelors Degree in Engineering Construction Management or Related FieldAbility/Willingness to Obtain Security Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Cost Estimator with experience with capital cost estimates ranging in project size from $25M-$25B and support of our projects and clients across the country. The types of projects include office buildings, training facilities, communications facilities, warehouse, aircraft hangars, aircraft/vehicle maintenance to name a few. The location should be near a local office, but the role will be primarily remote.

This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates.

You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, apply construction means and methods, calculate indirect field and owner’s costs.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Project Services teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

Responsibilities include:

  • Develop Plumbing, HVAC and Fire Protection capital cost estimates for a variety of building projects.

  • Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.

  • Review and validate change orders.

  • Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.

  • Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.

  • Attend project meetings as required.

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 5-15 years of estimating and construction experience.

  • Progressive cost estimating experience in a variety of Plumbing, Fire Protection and HVAC systems

  • Proficient use of MS Office products along with estimating and quantity takeoff software(s).

  • US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors' degree in engineering, construction management or a related field

  • Experiene in Sage Timberline, MII and/or On Screen Takeoff software

  • Alternative delivery procurement experience.

  • Ability/Willingness to obtain Security Clearance

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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