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          Posted/Modified on: 10/19/2015 21:30 PDT
  Job Title:            
    Senior Cost Estimator  
                   
  Contact Name / Company:        
    Atkins Global  
                   
  Contact e-mail:            
    bmott@pbsj.com  
                   
  Contact Phone:            
    305-514-3733  
                   
  Industry:            
    Engineering  
                   
  Location:            
    Miami, FL  
                   
  Salary:            
    N/A  
                   
  Job Description:            
    Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.

Globally, Atkins is the largest UK-based engineering and design consultancy and one of the world's largest design firms with nearly 18,000 employees worldwide. We have the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

At Atkins, we offer our employees more than just a job; we offer an opportunity to shape the world for generations to come through innovative and sound design. As the official engineer of the 2012 London Olympics, few companies can rival the size and diversity of our projects. Whether it?s the concept for a new skyscraper, the upgrade of a rail network, the modeling of a flood defense system or the improvement of a management process, we plan, design and enable solutions.

Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Project Controls team in south Florida.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES:

- Ability to develop detailed cost estimates for various types of building and infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of construction cost trends in south Florida.
- Specific experience in developing cost estimates from planning/schematics through construction phases
- Thorough knowledge of all building systems (architectural, structural and MEP)
- Work with various team members, Owners and project managers in managing project budgets through design and construction.
- Work involves research, coordination and analysis of information gathered from various sources.
- Communication with project managers, Owners and other stakeholders with regards to the project budget and cost estimating issues and possible solutions.
- Knowledge of quantity take off software such as On-Screen a must.
- Ability to support business development in identifying and pursuing new cost estimating project opportunities
- Ability to communicate, participate in management meetings, provide recommendations.
- Experience in managing cost estimating staff and ensure project deadlines are met with quality work
- Basic knowledge of financial management of projects (e.g. fee proposals, invoicing, project forecasting, etc.)



EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

- BS in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
- Minimum experience of five (5) years in detailed cost estimating for various project types including buildings (office, school, fire stations, etc), roadways, civil/infrastructure projects etc.
- Experience with development and review of construction scheduling including working knowledge of Primavera is a plus.
- Ability to develop reliable project budgets at concept stages of projects
- Excellent communication skills and flexibility to work on multiple on-going assignments
- Project and Client Management experience a must.
- Cost Estimating certifications such as CEP, CCC are a plus
- Team player with commitment to quality and timely work deliverables

Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
- See more at: http://careers.atkinsglobal.com/job/senior-cost-estimator-jobid-us-002493#sthash.rmqfaRCf.dpuf
                   
       
           
   
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