Cost Estimator/Senior Cost Estimator - Remote

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

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Location: California

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Company Overview

MCK Americas Inc. is a Construction Management firm providing advanced project management, program management and construction management on public works infrastructure projects as well as private projects throughout California. Projects include but are not limited to aviation, rail, water/wastewater, parks, road and highways, dams, levees, buildings, shoreline and environmentally-sensitive projects, reservoirs and others.   MCK is recognized as a leader by many local agencies and has a reputation as a company they enjoy working with.    

 

Candidates must demonstrate first-rate work ethic, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. In addition to technical acumen MCK strives to hire those who can express MCK’s culture on the job site positively so candidates with good character traits are a must. 

 

MCK provides a “family” environment of supportive co-workers that encourages each employee to operate as if it were their own company, fueling a collaborative culture where all voices are heard and considered to be a contributor to the greater good. We believe that empowerment, along with inclusion and promoting growth can create an environment that results in not just project success, but overall professional and personal fulfillment. 

 

MCK is headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in Oakland and Sacramento. 

 

Benefits include rollover paid time off, medical and dental insurance, 401k, profit-sharing potential, additional maternity leave benefits, cash balance/pension potential, bonuses, quarterly gatherings and other perks. 

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Job Description

We’re growing and are looking for Cost Estimators and Senior Cost Estimators across California. In this role you will provide cost estimating services for pre-construction through project closeout. We are looking for reliable and hard-working individuals that take pride in their work. Candidates must demonstrate first-rate work ethics, strong attention to detail and communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

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Essential Responsibilities:

• Cost estimating for pre-construction, support for the review and assessment of change requests and value engineering change proposals.

• Perform constructability and preliminary take-offs.

• Review proposed design changes and prepare estimates within appropriate accuracy levels.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and other technical documentation to help prepare a schedule, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

• Review contractor and subcontractor change order estimates.

• Conduct or attend cost reconciliation meetings.

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General Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of recent experience in cost estimating of medium to large and complex construction projects.

• Prepared and evaluated medium to large change order cost proposals with a value of over $25 million within the past five (5) years.

• Experience in Rail and Rail Bridges, Stations, and Right-of-Way work in California.

• Baccalaureate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or relevant discipline from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience.

• Cost estimator certificate such as Certified Cost Engineer CCE or Certified Professional Estimator CPE is highly desirable.

• Proficiency with HeavyBid is preferred

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Salary

Varies (Based on Qualifications)

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To Apply 

Please complete form below or send your detailed resume, including years of experience, training, certificates, and project experience to mckbd@mckinc.net