WSP in the U.S. · 1 month ago
Vice President, Estimating
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$220K/yr - $225K/yr
12+ years expWSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Vice President, Estimating to provide realistic cost estimates for complex projects. The role involves gathering and analyzing costs, reviewing estimates prepared by junior staff, and ensuring cost-effectiveness throughout the project phases.
AssociationBankingE-Commerce
Responsibilities
Analyze and identify scope of work from existing conditions, plans, and specifications through all phases of design and construction
Perform accurate quantity surveys for all types of construction systems and materials
Obtain labor rates, taxes and insurance requirements, as needed for estimate development
Develop contractor-style construction cost estimates and prepare basis of estimate as required by the Estimating Manager
Ensure all estimates are accurate and have considered all risk factors
Review designs and specifications for cost-effectiveness and suggest appropriate alternatives
Create detailed, market related owner’s cost estimate for scope change, work delays, etc. for assigned projects
Assist the Resident Engineers and Project Managers with change analysis and development and / or validation of control budgets
Maintain an operating awareness of all contract issues and project participants
Participate in client and contractor negotiations to resolve contract changes and claims
Participate in client or 3rd party reconciliations
Perform other duties and projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (e.g. Civil Engineering), Construction Management or equivalent
12+ years related experience in construction estimating (transit, highway, and infrastructure)
12+ years' related experience in architectural/heavy civil/structural/utility elements for infrastructure and transportation projects
Demonstrated experience working on and supporting complex multi year / multi million $ projects and programs
Demonstrated skill/experience in development of Conceptual through Bid Documents crew-based or unit price cost estimates using Spreadsheet, HCSS Heavy Bid, Sage Timberline, or other similar estimating software applications
Strong knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff or Bluebeam software and MS Office applications
Able to demonstrate progressively-increasing responsibility in estimating, working effectively with minimal supervision
Preferred
Working knowledge in use of HCSS HeavyBid estimating software
Estimating certification from AACEI or ASPE
Construction contractor estimating experience
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
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