Cost Estimator

Job Title: Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to manage cost estimating at all stages of a project life-cycle, from feasibility and concept through the various design stages to pre-bid, with detailed estimates including labor, material, and equipment breakdowns. This role involves change order management, bid analysis, and life-cycle cost analysis, requiring deep knowledge of architectural, structural, and civil disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost estimating at all stages of project life-cycle.
• Manage change orders effectively.
• Perform bid analysis.
• Compile detailed estimates with labor, material, and equipment breakdowns.
• Complete monthly payment applications from general contractors.
• Conduct life-cycle cost analysis and other economic studies.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of cost management or related experience on large-scale construction projects.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Excel for estimating and construction management.
• Deep knowledge of architectural, structural, and civil disciplines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Quantity Takeoffs.
• Renovation and/or ground-up estimating experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Work Environment

Join a growing team in Atlanta or work remotely if located in North Carolina, South Carolina, DC, Tampa Florida, or NJ. The company is a construction cost and project management consulting firm led by industry veterans, overseeing 400 projects a year, with a strong focus on federal projects.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $115000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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