POSITION - MECHANICAL ESTIMATOR - CONSTRUCTION

LOCATION - REMOTE ROLE

Arcadis is seeking a Mechanical Construction Estimator responsible for providing cost estimates for a variety of construction projects in North America.

This position will support our Cost Management business line.

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the worlds most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description :

As part of our Cost Management team, youll be involved in a wide range of construction projects from global, high-profile clients to smaller projects, ensuring theyre delivered on time and to budget.

Your expertise in planning, estimating, budgeting and managing costs will drive growth and smarter working. You will help manage the delivery of cost management in the construction sector of small / medium / large projects, ensuring standards of delivery meet defined objectives. Is this you?

Role accountabilities :

• Manage the development of cost estimates for projects from concept through execution based on accurate quantity take-offs and deep knowledge of material / labour and equipment costs
• Respond to, solves and makes decisions on business requests that have broader department impact and / or moderate risk.

Presents alternative solutions to business issues by leveraging the broader organization.

• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
• Assist the project management staff with the management of project scope, budget, and schedule
• Assist with analysis, and report on the project key performance metrics. Engage in value engineering discussions to identify the best solution available for the client
• Be a true professional who collaborates and develops partnerships with external and internal Teams

Key Skills & Attributes :

Prepare and / or coordinate the preparation of estimates and reports as requested by the Project Manager and / or client;

includes the collection of necessary cost data for conceptual and / or take-off estimating

• Provide advice to colleagues on risk management, compliance, and associated behaviours to ensure adherence to Arcadis risk and compliance processes
• Present any project risks or issues to senior managers to ensure the project is not adversely impacted
• Use own knowledge and experience, combined with research of industry best practices, to analyze existing processes and policies
• Interact effectively and proactively across the organization, seeking to develop ways to support collaboration with the cost management function and applying technical knowledge to ensure projects / programs can be delivered to meet cost expectations

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent construction project experience
• 8 years relevant mechanical estimating experience in a similar working environment, including delivery small / medium / large projects across the entire project life cycle
• Experience working closely with external stakeholders to build positive client relationships as well as strong relationships with internal teams
• Strong software skills with but not limited to : Revit, Bluebeam, Excel, MS Office, etc.
• Comfortable working in a project deadline driven environment with a high level of attention to detail
• Strong verbal and writing skills
• Commitment to Health and Safety

Continue your career journey as an Arcadian.

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. Its why we are pioneering a skills based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You do meaningful work, and no matter where your next role in Arcadis takes you, youll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

Make your mark; on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions.

Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.

We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $94, to $, a year.

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Last updated : 2024-09-05