JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the generation of project budget estimates, updates to estimates during the design phases, negotiation of changes to the work during the construction/installation phase, and compiles post-mortem cost summaries of the project. This work is performed with significant oversight from project controls / estimating leadership.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in the development of estimates, negotiation, and settlement of costs for all changes to the work (including specialty ride & show scopes) throughout the project.
- Utilizing project costs, develops project metrics, reports and summaries to be presented and utilized by leadership.
- Assists estimating team during the buyout process including but not limited to the development of RFP’s, scoping of bids, negotiation of final cost for all project scopes.
- Assists in the production overall project cost summaries and presentations. As well as present them to all levels of company leadership.
- Works with project team to identify and report project cost trends and risks.
- Assists in the creation of “value engineering” components with the project team to mitigate cost overruns.
- Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required
- Proficient in estimating take-off software (On-Screen, BidScreenXL, etc.) required
- Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the architectural/engineering, show/ride design and construction industry.
- Strong and effective communicator, both verbally and written, with ability to interface with various company departments, as well as outside vendors and contractors
- Strong organizational, analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities/skills.
- Detail oriented with proven ability to orchestrate and execute multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Proven ability to work independently with little to no direction and maintain a strong focus on business priorities and be persistent in follow-through.
- Ability to assist in successfully influence and guide a team.
- Ability to assist in negotiating cost changes with vendors and contractors.
- Basic conflict resolution skills
Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
EDUCATION
Associate’s degree or technical school required. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or quantity surveying preferred.
EXPERIENCE
3+ years on-site construction and estimating experience on themed entertainment projects, knowledge of show and ride estimating and facility impacts required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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