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Senior Estimator F+G

Why join us?

Our team is growing! The Senior Estimator prepares cost estimates for various estimate disciplines and provides guidance to junior staff. Prepares cost estimates, completes pricing and cost benchmarking validations, and provides specialty cost intelligence deliverables. Utilizes industry experience to develop cost estimates reflective of local market and project conditions.

This is a full-time position with Faithful+Gould that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential, provide expert services on world class projects, collaborate and grow with professional services experts, and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits.

About Us:

Faithful+Gould is a world leader in integrated project and program management consulting. We provide expert and professional management consulting services on a wide range of interesting and iconic projects with many high-profile clients across key business sectors and industries that include several Fortune 100 companies and notable Federal/State/City government agencies. Faithful+Gould ranked #9 largest Construction Management Company and #7 Program Management Company by Engineering News Record (ENR). Faithful+Gould was established in the U.K. in 1947, with its first USA office opening in 1992. We embody Constructive Expertise – It’s in our DNA!

How will you contribute to the team?

• Interrogates drawings and other project documents to prepare detailed cost estimates in accordance with industry accepted practices. Uses professional judgement to fill in gaps in the design.


• Works with project team to develop clear understanding of project scope during preparation of estimate. Develops relationships with members of A/E firms and project team members.


• Performs accurate quantity takeoffs from design documents in 2D and 3D (BIM) format.


• Obtains accurate and up to date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates.


• Develops cost estimates using prescribed software and WBS


• Reviews scope and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics.


• Validates draft estimating reports  for accuracy and suitability based upon the project type and specific project requirements. References historic benchmark cost information and highlights variances.


• Works with the Construction Data Intelligence® team to develop early stage cost models utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience.


• Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explains cost driver variances.


• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.


• Complexity - Work involves complex or novel assignments requiring diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Work requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices.


• Decision-making - Consistently exercises solitary judgment.  Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Consults with supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments.


• Work direction given to others - Supervises, gives work direction to, and/or reviews the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related field, plus seven years relevant experience. A professional designation such as RICS, CCE, CCM, AIA, PE, ASPE, AACEI, CVS, AVS, LEED AP, RA, or any appraisal or real estate licensure is preferred.


• Must have strong technology skills and knowledge of standard estimating system functionality (incl. 2D and 3D QTO). Knowledge of CSI MasterFormat and Uniformat WBS’s is preferred.


• Requires knowledge of local construction market in area of operation including pricing conventions and trends. Requires ability to prepare conceptual cost model estimates from limited information using local historic cost information.


• Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI and Microsoft Project .


• Must be highly articulate, have clear and logical approach to problem solving, and strong choice-making abilities. Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.

What we offer at Faithful+Gould:

• Opportunity to work on projects of various sizes and levels of complexity for globally renowned clients.


• Strong team of expert, professional peers to mentor and grow with.


• Competitive salary.


• Flexible work schedules.


• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.


• Group Insurance.


• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a tuition reimbursement program.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!
At every stage, we have the right support and training to help you learn and acquire what you need to succeed. We seek results-oriented problem solvers, creative thinkers, and performance-driven professionals who are ready to work on exciting projects and rewarding opportunities as a part of their exceptional career.

Faithful+Gould is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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