Cost Estimator

Thornton Tomasetti

The Role

Overview

Prepare cost estimates for forensic engineering investigations and support construction claims.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost estimating
  • project management
  • cost investigation
  • schedule analysis
  • document review

Tasks

-Prepare reports that clearly express cost estimating with facts and sound construction principles. -Manage projects directly and independently as required. -Investigate the associated cost of repairs of existing buildings and remedial repairs for deficient conditions in combination with our engineering experts. -Analyze construction project schedules, understand plans, specifications, contracts, and other typical construction documents.

Requirements

  • construction analysis
  • rs means
  • xactimate
  • bachelor's
  • claims management
  • travel

What You Bring

-Experienced in building construction analysis and interpretation. -Work well and be proficient in pricing software inclusive of RS Means and Xactimate. -Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, or an engineering discipline is preferred. -Understanding construction and delay disruption claims process and appraisal services is a plus. -Ability and willingness to travel for short durations for certain assignments. -Previous experience with construction claims management.

Benefits

-And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives -Fitness Reimbursement -401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments -Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time -Commuter Transit (where available) -Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits -Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare -Tuition Reimbursement

The Company

About Thornton Tomasetti

-Delivers expertise in structural, façade, forensic, civil, bridge, and applied‑science engineering. -Known for high‑profile projects like Taipei 101, Petronas Towers, and disaster recovery efforts post‑9/11 and Hurricane Sandy. -Operates an internal R&D unit, CORE studio, driving innovation via computational modeling, AI, and software tools. -Services span from supertall buildings and long‑span structures to transportation infrastructure and protective design. -Combines deep engineering know‑how with cutting‑edge technology to tackle complex design challenges worldwide.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Power

Petrochemicals

Manufacturing

Government

Cost Estimator at Thornton Tomasetti in Fort Lauderdale, FL