Project Manager - Cost Estimating

Estimators support the Litigation and Damages team by developing construction cost estimates used in the preparation and evaluation of construction defect litigation claims. Duties include estimating construction conditions alleged to be defective (siding roofing framing fenestrations/flashing concrete foundations site work landscaping interior finishes etc. reviewing construction drawings in comparison to specified scopes of work reviewing construction project documentation and financials and conducting research to determine reasonable costs owed to different parties in a lawsuit.

What you will be doing:

• Develop cost estimates for repair scopes of work based on engineering reports (typically cladding framing foundation flatwork civil roofing and interior scopes of work) for reconstruction projects.
• Review comprehend and price repair recommendations provided by Engineers or Architects detailing alleged construction and/or design deficiencies.
• Review and interpret building code as it applies to repair scope and pricing.
• Use OnScreen Takeoff to quantify repair scopes of work and Xactimate / RS Means to research unit pricing for the scope of work. Solicit quotations and proposals from subcontractors and vendors and ensure said proposals satisfy the proposed scope of work. Input data into Excel. 
• Keep detailed notes regarding the basis for the estimate.
• Analyze construction plans documents and construction contracts to understand party responsibilities and allocate cost estimates to parties responsible for the alleged defect.
• Assist the project team in writing portions of the expert report.
• Perform periodic site inspections of projects and document asbuilt conditions.
• Represent VERTEX to clients in a professional manner during onsite inspections and in meetings.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree (Engineering Architecture or Construction Management preferred) and prior work experience in construction estimating restoration engineering or consulting setting.
• 5 years of professional experience in an estimation role for vertical construction commercial or residential focus groundup or restoration estimation
• Ability to interpret construction plans and understand construction means and methods; perform cost estimating for the repair recommendations. 
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and unit of measure conversions. (sf cf cy etc)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient using MS Office suite advanced Excel skills required scheduling applications (P6 a plus.
• Working knowledge of construction billing methods and practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability and willingness to travel to client sites (valid drivers license required).
• Selfdriven the ability to work with minimal oversight and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of estimating databases (Xactimate RSMeans etc. a plus.
• OSHA10 or 30 construction safety certification preferred.
• AACE or other estimating certifications are a plus.
• Construction Management certifications are a plus.
• Ability to walk client sites during inspections sometimes on uneven terrain and carry construction tools and equipment (up to 30 pounds).

Additional Information :

We are currently hiring in the $100K130K compensation range depending on the candidates experience and qualifications. 

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Companypaid Life Insurance Short Term Disability and LongTerm Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program and other perks.  We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation 64 hours of sick time and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible parttime employees).  Our Lifetime of Learning program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education to help employees grow their skills and careers.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.