Principal Estimator - Project Controls

Overview

Lead estimating & project controls for major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• schedule review
• cost estimating
• risk management
• project controls
• technology solutions
• reporting

Tasks

-Participates in the review and assessment of the project team or contractor monthly progress schedule updates on active projects and provides advisory input to the project manager or client/owner of the proposed disposition of the progress schedule update. -Consults with the project team or client/owner related to potential claims, claims avoidance, and claims support. -May participate in negotiations on behalf of the client including providing support in price negotiations, contacting vendors to obtain quotes for materials and services, and leading change order negotiations as needed. -Recommend appropriate technology solutions to support requirements of a program/project. -Develops conceptual estimates reflecting the potential budget of a project at a highly preliminary stage of design development and assists in the development of Independent Cost Estimates (ICE) to support the change management process for active projects. -Supports project controls technology and project management control systems (PMCS). May recommend technology solutions to meet the requirements of a program or project and assist in the implementation of an appropriate (PMCS) solution. -Assists in the creation, maintenance and control of budgets and schedules from design concept through project completion. Utilizes the detailed cost estimate to support and develop schedules reflective of the labor hours generated to input schedule activity durations and resource needs. -Oversees and coordinates the creation of program/project management plans and procedures for several project controls activities. -Develops costs forecasts and trends and analyzes accrual of actual costs. Evaluates and documents historical cost data to maintain current estimating standards and databases -Prepares reports and performance dashboards for a variety of project controls metrics, analyzes data and creates and/or participates in client presentations. -Prepares material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for concept designs, design development documents, bid documents and change orders. -May perform one or more of the following responsibilities based on applicable project controls functional area(s) including but not limited to; scheduling, estimating, cost control, risk management, document control and project management information systems. -Develops and maintains project risk register. Escalates project risks and partners with the project team to create and propose mitigation plans.

Requirements

• project controls
• aace cert
• 16 yrs
• bachelor's
• full lifecycle
• pm/cm

What You Bring

-Project Controls experience working as client's PM/CM agent (e.g., providing program management/construction management services), or as part of design-build contractor (or equivalent design and construction experience) -One or more of following AACE certifications (or equivalent): PSP, EVP, CCP, CEP, DRMP -In lieu of education, 16 years’ relevant experience OR 12 years’ relevant direct contractor experience -Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field and 12 years’ relevant experience, or -Project Controls experience in all phases of project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction phases)

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About Hntb

-The company has a long legacy in infrastructure planning and design. -The company has over a century of experience, working on iconic transportation projects. -They offer services in sectors such as transportation, government, and utilities, providing integrated solutions. -The company has a strong presence in both public and private sectors, tackling complex infrastructure challenges. -Notable projects include designing major bridges, highways, transit systems, and airport expansions across the U.S. -Their work spans various areas, including heavy civil construction, transportation, and urban development. -The company is known for delivering innovative solutions that help shape the future of infrastructure, driving efficiency and sustainability.

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