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TYLin · 23 hours ago

Senior Project Controls Specialist (Estimator)

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$132K/yr - $151K/yr

7+ years exp

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative designs for the global infrastructure market. They are seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to work as an independent estimator and change order manager for the construction group, supporting various clients and managing cost estimates and change orders.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingInformation TechnologyInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop cost estimates from drawings and specifications

Develop scope of work and estimates for change orders and manage the change order process

Accurately track change orders until payment is made

Present meetings and negotiate costs with Contractors

Use the appropriate estimating tool (client tools, customized estimating spreadsheets, industry estimating software, benchmarking, etc.)

Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts

Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all project stages

Provide leadership to cost management team when necessary, ensure the delivery on all of accountabilities

Identify improvements for cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate Lead Manager

Perform all aspects of estimating, cost analysis and verification of contractor costs

Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process

Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve and sign off final cost estimates

Implement and manage Change order procedures and confidentiality of all cost estimates

Qualification

Cost EstimationChange Order ManagementInfrastructure ExperienceEstimating SoftwareConstruction ProcurementPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam PlayerOrganizational SkillsClient FocusIntegrityCollaboration

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 7+ years' experience in construction and preparation of estimates

Must have Experience working in the Infrastructure (Rail/Transit Construction)

Good knowledge of all methods of construction procurement

Good knowledge and experience gained within several industry sectors

Team player - Demonstrate solid presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, word etc.)

Good organization skills, ability to multi-tasking, and be a team player

Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions

Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients' toughest challenges

High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way

Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence

Preferred

Certification for Estimating/ Cost Professional is a plus

Computer-based estimating software experience a plus

Benefits

Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Company

TYLin

Glassdoor3.8

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities.

Founded in 1954

San Francisco, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.tylin.com

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