Cost Estimator

Job description / Role

As a Cost Estimator, we are looking for someone that can provide the following:

- Create cost estimates, studies, analyses, and evaluations, at all levels of project development, as part of the internal team
- Through a detailed review of all documentation, develop comprehensive cost estimates/models that communicate clients project and strategic goals
- Perform quantity take-off in an manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals
- Input estimate data into appropriate software
- Assure that a quality product is presented to the client through adherence to the companys QA/QC procedures
- Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the projects goals (verbal, written, and graphics)
- Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining accuracy of cost information
- Investigate and incorporate project constraints into cost analysis

Requirements

- Bachelors Degree in Construction, Engineering, or Architecture preferred; or any degree with construction/design-related experience
- 4+ years of successful cost estimating experience for construction/engineering projects
- Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, contracts/general conditions) at all levels of design
- Expert user OnScreen Takeoff software or similar preferred
- AACE or ASPE Cost Certification preferred
- Must have experience managing, leading, and mentoring a estimating/cost team
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Must be able to interact well with clients
- Self-starter and self-directed

About the Company

Mission:

To establish a 'Best practise' for the recruitment industry in the Middle East.