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Cost Estimator

Posted about 1 month ago

RemoteEmeryville, California, United States; Park Ridge, Illinois, United States; Portland, Oregon, United States; Remote, USA; San Diego, California, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States90k - 110k USD

About Parametrix

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

Recognized as a top workplace, we’re committed to a culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, and the well-being of our people.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for Cost Estimators to join our Advisory Services team. You will have experience in construction cost estimating, cost engineering, and/or similar project controls, with a background in infrastructure and public utilities construction.

Our team serves a diverse range of clients, including those in water/wastewater, transit, transportation, environmental, and construction management sectors. We take pride in promoting strong client relationships, allowing us to positively improve the communities where we live and work.

We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. You’ll have the option to collaborate in a Parametrix office for mentorship, client interactions, and team meetings or work remotely, reporting to team leadership.

Your Role on the Team:

  • Contribute to a multi-discipline engineering team as a cost estimator.
  • Support the Parametrix team in development of conceptual and detailed engineering and construction estimates.
  • Conduct quantity and material takeoffs.
  • Build the Basis of Cost Estimate based on feedback from users, owners, and the engineering teams.
  • Conduct market research to understand cost drivers for material and labor.
  • Establish relationships with clients by participating in workshops, including preparation of defensible data, relevant questions, and risk-based information to guide team decision-making.
  • Collaborate with multiple team members and clients across multiple projects is important to the successful execution of this role.

What You Bring to the Team:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in construction management and/or engineering, with a specific focus on cost estimating.
  • 2+ years of experience preparing cost estimates through the planning and design phases of the project life cycle.
  • Exposure to multiple estimating software such as: RS Means Online, Blue Beam (or other electronic takeoff software), Timberline, and HCSS.
  • Working knowledge in development of Life Cycle Cost (LCC) estimates to compare long-term economic trade-offs between options and alternatives.
  • Knowledge of the CSI MasterFormat and UniFormat classifications.
  • Must have a science-based bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as construction management, engineering, economics, finance, or similar.

Why Join Parametrix?

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Salary Range
$90,000$110,000 USD

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Our Commitment to You

Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
Emeryville, California, United States; Park Ridge, Illinois, United States; Portland, Oregon, United States; Remote, USA; San Diego, California, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States
Salary
90k - 110k USD
per year

At Parametrix, we help our clients imagine what's possible. Whether it’s resilient infrastructure, livable communities, or habitat restoration, we partner with clients to create vibrant, sustainable communities and restore the health of the planet for generations to come. We deliver inspired solutions for complex infrastructure and environmental projects, meeting the needs of society while protecting and enhancing our natural resources. #IMAGINEParametrix

Employees
898
Industry
Civil Engineering
Headquarters
Seattle, WA
Founded
1969
Company location
719 2nd Avenue, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98104, US
Specialties
Engineering, Planning, Environmental Sciences, Surveying, Construction Management, Project Management, Cultural Resources, Water Resources, Transportation, Transit, Community Building, Tribal Services, Strategic Advisory Services, and Climate and Resiliency

Key team members

Michael Horntvedt

Michael Horntvedt

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