The Building People
Deferred Maintenance & Repair (DMR) Cost Estimator
The Building People, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
The Deferred Maintenance & Repair (DMR) Cost Estimator provides expert cost estimating support for federal deferred maintenance, recapitalization, and construction projects. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates using PACES and MII software, developing Basis of Estimate documentation, conducting Life Cycle Cost Analyses (LCCA), and ensuring compliance with GAO and AACE International cost estimating best practices. The Cost Estimator also develops and maintains agency-specific cost libraries and historical cost databases, performs cost escalation forecasts, and supports project managers during negotiations, change orders, and risk analysis.
Responsibilities
Prepare and document cost estimates (ROM, conceptual, IGCE, LCCA, CSRA).
Develop Basis of Estimate documentation and conduct cost risk analyses.
Utilize PACES and MII for estimating; maintain cost libraries and historical databases.
Perform cost escalation forecasts and support negotiations, change orders, and risk analysis.
Ensure compliance with GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide and AACE International Recommended Practices.
Communicate findings effectively through reports, summaries, and briefings for varied audiences.
Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to support cost-related decisions.
Required Experience & Skills
Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), or Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) credential (or equivalent approved certification).
Minimum of 5 years of cost estimating experience for engineering and construction projects.
Minimum of 2 years of experience developing cost estimates in PACES and MII.
Demonstrated knowledge of GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide and AACE International Recommended Practices.
Ability to prepare and document cost estimates (ROM, conceptual, IGCE, LCCA, CSRA).
Skilled in developing Basis of Estimate documentation and cost risk analyses.
Strong communication skills, including writing reports, summaries, and briefings for varied audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project).
Preferred Experience & Skills
Experience conducting Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity analyses using @Risk or similar tools.
Prior Federal cost estimating experience.
Experience maintaining cost element libraries and cost history databases.
Familiarity with deferred maintenance and recapitalization project types.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
Preferred Education
Advanced degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Additional professional certifications in cost engineering or project controls.
Note:
Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. Telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
Additional Information Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. Continued employment is contingent upon the results of your reference/background check. The position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. If the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, employment may be terminated.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be considered case-by-case. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and document cost estimates (ROM, conceptual, IGCE, LCCA, CSRA).
Develop Basis of Estimate documentation and conduct cost risk analyses.
Utilize PACES and MII for estimating; maintain cost libraries and historical databases.
Perform cost escalation forecasts and support negotiations, change orders, and risk analysis.
Ensure compliance with GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide and AACE International Recommended Practices.
Communicate findings effectively through reports, summaries, and briefings for varied audiences.
Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to support cost-related decisions.
Required Experience & Skills
Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), or Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) credential (or equivalent approved certification).
Minimum of 5 years of cost estimating experience for engineering and construction projects.
Minimum of 2 years of experience developing cost estimates in PACES and MII.
Demonstrated knowledge of GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide and AACE International Recommended Practices.
Ability to prepare and document cost estimates (ROM, conceptual, IGCE, LCCA, CSRA).
Skilled in developing Basis of Estimate documentation and cost risk analyses.
Strong communication skills, including writing reports, summaries, and briefings for varied audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project).
Preferred Experience & Skills
Experience conducting Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity analyses using @Risk or similar tools.
Prior Federal cost estimating experience.
Experience maintaining cost element libraries and cost history databases.
Familiarity with deferred maintenance and recapitalization project types.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
Preferred Education
Advanced degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Additional professional certifications in cost engineering or project controls.
Note:
Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. Telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
Additional Information Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. Continued employment is contingent upon the results of your reference/background check. The position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. If the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, employment may be terminated.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be considered case-by-case. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.
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