Cushman & Wakefield · 1 month ago
Senior Project Estimator
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $141K/yr
5+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Senior Project Estimator. This role is responsible for gathering data and preparing estimates for all stages of design, focusing on cost analysis, reporting, and supporting capital planning efforts for clients.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Prepare estimates for all stages of design from Conceptual through Final Construction documents (Schematic, DD, CD, Hard Bid)
Work with Regional & Program teams to prepare accurate ROMs and potential scope validations for eventual capital planning and client approvals
Responsible for cost analysis and reporting of internal estimates, statuses, and actual pricing
Build and maintain internal cost estimating tools via excel and SharePoint
Perform analysis and report on cost estimates, comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects
Support execution teams in evaluation of vendor cost estimates and proposals, as needed to assemble final estimates for client
Schedule and manage Preconstruction/estimation timelines for critical program deliverables
Support ongoing Capital Planning efforts to maintain up to date pricing and schedule estimates based on market, regional and client knowledge
Keep internal and client project records and reporting current
Review/analyze complex bills of materials. Assessing labor productivity and labor costs, researching vendors and understanding manufacturing and construction costs
Negotiate with and engage in vendor solicitation and/or information gathering during the bidding process
Compare and analyze competitive vendor and supplier bids as requested
Coordinate with stakeholder partner to maintain master subcontractor/vendor lists & pricing by trade
Advise Regional & Program teams on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project as needed
Identify dependencies and/or scope gaps in the successful completion of the project
Communicate regularly with internal and external partners as appropriate to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system support
Create and evaluate project reports and provide project status to internal and external clients as needed
Prepare, publish and communicate estimate status, including input into the designated tracking systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or similar field with minimum of three (5) years of estimating experience in directly related construction role or a minimum of five (7) years equivalent combination of experience in an advisory and/or project management capacity required
Knowledge of construction principles and practices
Experience with retail and tenant improvement construction projects; ability to read and understand construction specifications (and construction drawings preferred)
Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Excel, Estimating database software, and Onscreen takeoff tools
Systematic planner who attends to details with accuracy and focus
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple efforts, maintain excellent client relations, client management, and consultation skills required
Results oriented and cost conscious
Highly organized and skilled with time management; Superior oral and written communication skills required
Preferred
Proven leadership ability, administrative ability, technical background, and project responsibility experience preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$734.8MKey Investors
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2023-10-10Post Ipo Debt· $223.8M
2023-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2022-10-13Post Ipo Debt· $27.3M
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