CSA (Civil/Structural/Architectural) Estimator - Full-time / Part-time

I have an immediate opening for a CSA (civil, structural, estimating) estimator! This team is growing and we are looking to add someone to be apart of our successful global organization!

Qualifications:

* bachelor's degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or related field
* 10 years relevant experience
* working knowledge of electronic takeoff including CAD Measure
* working knowledge of a commercially available construction cost estimating system
* understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
* professional designation such as RICS, CCE, CCM, AIA, PE, ASPE, AACEI, CVS, AVS, LEED AP, RA, or any appraisal licensure is preferred

Job Description:

Create cost estimates for specific disciplines relating to large capital construction projects, provide business support to management and guidance to junior staff. In addition, there will be collaborative work with the team to complete pricing and benchmarking research, while maintaining project documents and files. The role is based at a semi-conductor project site in Hillsboro, OR.

* Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates. Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents.
* Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates.
* Inputs estimate takeoff information for specific discipline into CATO and develops unit cost pricing.
* Works with architects and engineers to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.
* Assists senior staff in ways to make projects more efficient. Seeks ways to improve accuracy and efficiency of tasks.
* Maintains project documents such as drawings and specifications in an organized and reasonable manner. Maintains project files on file server in accordance with company standards.
* Maintains and updates data library of costs.
* Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explains variance cost drivers.

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

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