Cost Estimating Lead at Mindteck US

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Position Summary The Cost Management Lead is a pivotal role within EP&S Project Management, responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of cost planning, management, and control throughout the project lifecycle. This individual ensures robust financial stewardship by developing and maintaining comprehensive cost databases, preparing accurate estimates, and facilitating sound financial decisions aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities • Collect and analyze cost proposals from vendors, contractors, and suppliers to build and maintain a reliable cost database for use in various types of project estimates. • Develop and produce multiple classes of cost estimates to support business cases, financial investment decisions, change order evaluation, scenario analysis, and project planning activities. • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure cost accuracy and transparency throughout all phases of construction projects. • Monitor actual project costs versus budget, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as required. • Support the review and validation of change orders, providing independent cost assessments and justifications. • Prepare periodic cost reports and present financial insights to leadership and project teams. • Lead and participate in value engineering exercises to ensure project scope and solutions align with budget targets, promoting cost-effective alternatives and maximizing value for stakeholders. • Continuously improve estimating tools, methods, and processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in cost management practices.

Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or a related field is required. • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in cost estimation, cost engineering, or project controls within the construction or engineering industries. • Advanced proficiency with cost estimating software (such as CostX, RSMeans, Sage Estimating, or similar) and project management tools (such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent). Strong command of Microsoft Excel and data analysis techniques. • Demonstrated expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting.

Certifications (Preferred) • Certified Cost Professional (CCP) - AACE International • Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI • Other relevant certifications in project controls or cost engineering

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What you bring

While others say it, we do it: we care. We have great people and we do great work. Just as importantly, we have great relationships with an impressive clientele. Over 1,000 talented, diverse, and career-minded professionals are carving out their role and experiencing a good mix of challenges and opportunities - and we're rooting for them along the way, every day. For more, click: https://www.mindteck.com/career/life-at-mindteck.html

Mindteck is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Job Info:

• Company: Mindteck US
• Position: Cost Estimating Lead
• Work Location: Fresno, CA
• Country: US

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