Job Information
Turner & Townsend Estimator - Construction Management in Atlanta, Georgia
Company Description
Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.
Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an experienced Estimator- Construction Management to work with our team and meet client objectives through the delivery of an effective cost management service.
The Estimator is responsible for providing independent cost estimates for new construction and change order work, as well as change order reviews for construction and renovation projects throughout the United States
The team consults on a wide portfolio of large-scale (multi-billion dollar) construction management programs for our key, well-known clients, including Federal, K-12 and Higher Education.
To be successful in this position you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.
Job Objectives:
Perform Quantity Surveys and material / labor takeoffs.
Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
Ability to estimate at conceptual, programming, and detailed level.
Assist on feasibility studies.
Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
Provide input into value engineering.
Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages.
Identify improvements for cost estimating procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to leadership.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in estimating and construction.
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management with a Technical Focus, Quantity Surveyor, or experience in related technical field, or equivalent years of experience.
Experience working on commercial, K-12, and government construction projects of medium-high complexity.
Experience preparing large-scale cost estimates and change orders.
Good technical experience in all cost management areas; pre-contract, post contract and final account.
Demonstrate solid presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, onscreen takeoff, blue beam and/or other related computer software.
Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, and be a team player.
Good knowledge of construction systems.
Experience with advising clients on value management and value engineering.
Good knowledge and experience gained within several industry sectors, preferably including government.
Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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