At FOS, it's all about the people. With exceedingly low turnover rates, we're constantly growing, and that's where this new opportunity comes in - for a Mechanical Cost Estimator to organize, maintain, and expand our Job Order Contracting (JOC) unit cost database. The ideal candidate should have experience with CSI MasterFormat Divisions 20 through 23, 33 and 40 construction items, details, and costs to be successful. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States.
Responsibilities
Research and generate new items and CSI MasterFormat divisions to the database including descriptions, scope clarifications, markups, labor, material, and equipment costs
Update existing unit costs; expand and clarify existing item descriptions and scope
Identify relationships between items, quantities, and costs to combine multiple items into assembly-based unit costs
Evaluate, approve or reject contractor submitted items and costs
Work with contractors, field Account Managers and client Project Managers to determine appropriate item selections, review/verify bid proposals, reconcile item costs and scope, and add new items
Collaborate with other estimators, architects, engineers, client representatives, and other project members
May handle other responsibilities as needed
Benefits
Flexible work location! We offer a hybrid model, so you can work from home and/or work from the officeCompetitive benefits package, including a generous paid time off policyAn inclusive work environment that encourages employees to demonstrate their strengths and passions in achieving personal and organizational goalsCoaching with leadership that enables professional growth for future career pathingThe opportunity to work for a growing team with proven successRequired skills and experience:Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred and 3 years of experience; or 5 years of experience in lieu of formal educationThorough knowledge of mechanical cost estimating including various commercial building types, mechanical system types, means & methods, and regional market conditionsAbility to adopt and utilize multiple software platformsExperience with and the ability to apply CSI MasterFormat and UniFormat coding structuresStrong analytical, organizational, communication, collaboration, and time management skillsABOUT WORKING HEREWe are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.We're about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we're ready for you.Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Remote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus
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