Cost estimator Jobs in Oakland ca

Job description :

• Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator, Life Science & Industrial Manufacturing Projects
• Note : This is a hybrid role and requires employees to be on site 3-5 days per week in either the Denver area or Indianapolis area. Relocation package available.
• About the Company
• Our client is a leading global construction Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex and iconic large-scale capital projects. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, they are truly at the forefront of their industry.We are currently seeking a talented, full-time
• Senior Cost Consultant / Estimator
• for Life Science and Industrial Manufacturing projects.
• Job Description
• Oversee all aspects of cost planning, including cost plan ownership, presentation to clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead the procurement process through prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection, and contract preparation stages.
• Manage medium-to-large-scale client projects, ensuring effective procurement, pay requests, change management, cost reporting, and post-contract variance management.
• Provide strategic, tactical, and technical advisory as a senior client-facing cost consultant, influencing project outcomes and KPIs.
• Conduct feasibility studies, produce procurement reports, and generate ROMs for new and pipeline projects, setting project budgets.
• Lead cost management teams, manage final account negotiations, implement value engineering, and update cost benchmarking from completed projects. Qualifications :
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field (MS / MBA preferred), with MRICS / RICS or equivalent professional membership, progressing towards fellowship.
• Proven leadership in managing large, complex, multi-phase capital programs, including experience with integrated teams and senior stakeholder relationships.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a strong ability to ensure service delivery and provide actionable insights.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with a solid understanding of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law, and construction-related contractual frameworks.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations impact project planning and execution. Why is This a Great Opportunity :
• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Benefits :
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan