Staff Capital Cost Estimator
Job Description
- Prepare Class 4 and Class 5 capital cost estimates for manufacturing, warehousing, facility, and capital improvement projects.
- Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and project documentation to develop detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
- Evaluate labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Perform financial analyses including project cost modeling, NPV, IRR, depreciation, and risk assessments.
- Research labor rates, material pricing, and market trends to ensure estimate accuracy.
- Collaborate with engineering, project management, operations, and supply chain teams throughout all project phases.
- Review vendor and contractor quotations for scope, pricing, and overall value.
- Support project scheduling, value engineering, continuous improvement, and estimating process standardization.
- Present cost estimates, assumptions, and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
- 10+ years of experience in construction estimating or pre-construction supporting industrial capital projects.
- Experience developing scopes of work and reviewing contractor and vendor bid packages.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing or industrial capital projects.
- Proficiency with RSMeans, ProEst, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings and performing detailed quantity take-offs.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Degree in Mechanical, Civil/Structural, or Electrical Engineering.
- ASPE Certification or related estimating credentials.
- Lean, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, or Six Sigma experience.
- Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, Navisworks, or similar CAD/BIM software.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.