Estimator

Estimator

Employer: Actalent. Overview We are seeking an Estimator to join a leading cost consulting and project advisory team. This individual will play a key role in developing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans for large-scale construction projects throughout all phases of design and delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience performing detailed quantity take-offs, analyzing project documentation, and providing strategic cost guidance to clients and project teams. Responsibilities - Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction cost estimates. - Perform detailed quantity take-offs and measurement-based estimating from drawings and specifications. - Develop cost plans, budgets, feasibility studies, and benchmarking analyses. - Review architectural, structural, MEP, and specialty trade documentation to generate accurate pricing and cost forecasts. - Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. - Provide value engineering recommendations and cost-saving alternatives while maintaining design intent and project objectives. - Monitor market trends, labor rates, material pricing, and escalation factors to ensure estimate accuracy. - Support cost benchmarking initiatives and maintain internal cost databases. - Assist with client presentations, reporting, and project cost management deliverables. - Participate in project meetings and provide ongoing cost advice during design and preconstruction phases. Qualifications - 2–10 years of estimating, cost consulting, quantity surveying, or construction cost management experience. - Strong experience performing quantity take-offs and measurement-based estimating. - Experience developing estimates from concept through construction documentation phases. - Understanding of construction methods, systems, and cost drivers across multiple trades. - Experience supporting large-scale commercial, infrastructure, healthcare, residenti