1. Demonstrates an understanding of degrees of uncertainty that applies to estimates as they are developed throughout the project life cycle. Uses this knowledge to identify assumptions and risks to develop contingency proposals for the project. 2. Ensures a suitable number of relevant experts are used to prepare estimates and that the resulting ranges of estimates are used to prepare an overall estimate, together with optimistic and pessimistic targets for each task. 3. Provides life cycle costing for various estimating components. 4. Ensures a robust auditing process is applied and maintained. 5. Selects and implements estimating database systems. 6. Develops and promotes estimating good practices. 7. Integrates estimating data into Cost and Schedule management processes and tools. 8. Manages cost control process by reviewing monthly payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements. 9. Uses dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes. 10. Holds post-contract reviews with internal team to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons. Conducts financial closeout with the accounting team, and procurement closeout with Project Managers.

Preferred Education:  Preferred: BA in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Fifteen plus years in construction estimating.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Preferred: BA in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Fifteen plus years in construction estimating.

Posting Position Title:  Chief Estimator, Construction

Required Skill/ability 3:  Ability to not only understand and utilize innate talents, but to also effectively leverage the natural strengths of the team to accomplish the mission. Treats others openly, with respect and recognizes their value.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

University Job Title:  Chief Estimator

Required Skill/ability 1:  Proven demonstrated ability with the construction market. Able to produce detailed estimates in a timely and efficient manner, based on Bills of Quantities/take-off and Activity Based costs. Ability to clearly document report and communicate estimate information to all project stakeholders. Proven experience using estimating database supported software.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Effectively communicates at all organizational levels. Helps others succeed by consistently providing feedback to others in a constructive manner. Has a positive attitude which motivates team members and other stake holders. Displays a sense of pride, enthusiasm, optimism, and deep dedication for work.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Deals effectively with potential obstacles and exhibits the flexibility to adapt to whatever a situation calls for. Work is completed within designated timeframes. Takes proper action when time frames cannot be met to assure the work of others is not compromised.

Bachelor's Degree in related field and a minimum of ten years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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