Job Description
Join our dynamic Architecture team as a Cost Estimator , where you'll play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely cost estimates, tracking architectural budgets, and ensuring financial control on complex construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for architectural scopes (finishes, partitions, ceilings, doors, etc.).
- Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and revisions to update estimates and align project budgets.
- Manage and evaluate change orders related to architectural work, including cost impact assessments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Managers, Procurement, and Design teams to ensure budget alignment.
- Monitor actual costs against budgets and provide variance analyses and cost forecasts.
- Support contract negotiations with detailed cost breakdowns and justifications.
- Review subcontractor payment applications and assist in project cost reconciliation.
- Participate in project meetings, maintain cost records, and generate regular cost reporting.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cost estimating or cost engineering within the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of architectural construction scopes, materials, and methods.
- Proficient in cost management tools such as Excel, Bluebeam, Timberline, Sage, CostX, or similar.
- Experience in takeoff tools, change management, and cost tracking systems.
- Familiarity with construction contract types (AIA, FIDIC, GMP, Cost-plus, etc.).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, on-site, and collaborative environment.
- Experience with high-tech facility construction (e.g., semiconductor fabs, data centers) preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Korean is a plus (not required).
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health Insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
- Meals: Complimentary breakfast and lunch daily; dinner provided during overtime
- Retirement: 401(k) plan participation.
- Paid Time Off: 12 PTO days + 10 holidays in Year 1; increases to 30 PTO days with tenure.
Job Tags
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