Insight Global is hiring: Construction Estimator in Washington DC

ONSITE FIVE DAYS/WEEK IN AUBURN, WA

Role: Construction Project Estimator

Location: Auburn, WA

Duration: 12-month contract

MUST HAVES

- 5+ years of experience in project planning and coordination

- 5+ years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications

- 5+ years of experience in Material estimating

- 5+ years of experience preparing time, cost, and labor estimates

- 5+ years of experience with Estimates at Completion, Data Analysis, and/or Budgeting/Cost Performance Reporting

NICE TO HAVES

- Bachelor's degree in construction management

- Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical), architecture, or construction management

- Knowledge of tracking and monitoring project costs throughout the construction process

- Familiarity with current construction methods, materials, and costs

Job Description

- Analyze project plans, specifications, and blueprints to determine the scope of work

- Conduct site visits to assess project feasibility and identify potential challenges

- Research and obtain budgetary estimates for materials, labor, and equipment

- Prepare detailed cost estimates that include material costs, labor costs, equipment rentals, permits, and overhead

- Track and monitor project costs throughout the construction process

- Prepare cost reports and variance analyses to identify cost overruns and implement corrective actions

- Stay up to date on current construction methods, materials, and costs

- Update Standard Estimating Tool for use by Project Managers at sites

- Develop and Lead estimating training for Project Managers and Planners at sites across the enterprise