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Jacobs Entry Level Cost Estimator in Portland, Oregon
At Jacobs, we’re challenging tomorrow by pushing our innovations and technologies to new heights. Our Project Services division applies these principles to cost estimating services and have proven to be industry leaders.
The DEN Great Hall Program is a large, multi-year construction upgrade program within an occupied international airport located in Denver, Colorado. The role of Cost Estimator within DEN’s Program Management Team (PMT) will support DEN’s Great Hall Completion Program and report to the Program Controls Manager. The Cost Estimator will review and validate CM/GC estimates, subcontractor award recommendations, and change requests. The Cost Estimator will work closely with the CM/GC construction team and their subcontractors.
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:
Review CM/GC subcontract pricing and recommendation throughout the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) process.
Review and validate CM/GC change requests.
Develop independent cost estimates as needed.
Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
Attend project meetings as required.
Requirements:
0-5 years of estimating experience.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong time management skills and excellent attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field
Vertical construction experience.
CM/GC Contract experience
Electrical and/or Transit Systems estimating experience
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