Hybrid-Project Estimator

Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) is seeking a Project Estimator to work in the Downers Grove area. This position offers a variety of great benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
The Estimator will work independently on forecasts as part of a project team with support from the Estimating Department. Services include preparing cost estimates, risk & contingency analysis, and database development & input.
Responsibilities:

• Align the scope, schedule, and budget to assemble Total Installed Cost (TIC) data for assigned projects.
• Plan and provide cost-estimating support for a project or business unit throughout the project phase and life cycle.
• Proactively develops, plans, calculates, and conveys scope, schedule, and cost data for project estimates.
• Develop AACE Class 1-5 Estimates and prepare accompanying Basis of Estimate with every estimate.
• Analyze unit rates to be sure they are well understood and defendable to peer review.
• Maintain data on current labor, material, and equipment rates, cost escalation trends, and labor availability information.
• Assemble cost data and inputs for dissemination into the project control database and/or the project or leadership before, during, and after the project is complete.
• If required, participate in claim support information development and claims analysis.
• Prepare reports and financial information for the Project Controls Discipline Manager, and/or Project Manager / Senior Project Manager when requested.
• Perform project risk and contingency analysis that may affect project costs and schedules.
• Advise on pricing strategies for EPC, DB, and DBB projects.

About Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS)
ITS is an international recruiting and staffing firm specializing in Engineering, Technical, and Professional positions. Founded in 1984 as a subsidiary of an engineering firm, ITS continues to remain a strategic partner for the job seeker.
Our clients include some of the largest and most respected architectural, engineering, and manufacturing companies in business today. Our ability to offer a wide range of services, and the flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of our clients, has allowed us to maintain a solid reputation for several decades.