Construction Estimator at Arcadis U.S.Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Arcadis is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team in Nashville.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your cost estimating skills on transportation projects in the Nashville area. Your goal will be to support and improve project oversight to ensure successful completion of project(s). If you possess solid technical, organizational, and communication skills; and have a proven track record we want to speak with you.

BENEFITS:

At Arcadis, we want to put people first. We create an environment where all our people can be at their best and we invest in them to build the workforce of the future. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision plans, and a matching 401(k). Arcadis proudly offers flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, as well as leadership development programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Construction Estimator your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Independently prepare bottoms-up and top-down cost estimates from plans/drawings and documents from conceptual stage to final design/construction documents.
  
  
• Analyze subconsultant and contractor cost proposals for reasonableness.
  
  
• Analyze subconsultant and contractor change proposals for reasonableness.
  
  
• Independently perform scope, quantity and/or unit cost reconciliations.
  
  
• Assist the project management staff in the preparation of the project budget.
  
  
• Assist the project management staff with the management of project scope, budget, and schedule.
  
  
• Assist with analysis, and report on the project key performance metrics.
  
  
• Follow appropriate internal control safeguards to ensure consistent reporting of accurate information.
  
  
• Must understand construction means and methods.
  
  

• A minimum of 2 years of cost estimating experience
  
  

• TDOTproject experience is preferred.
  
  
• Contractor estimating experience is a plus.
  
  
• Experience in preparing Design-Build project estimates.
  
  
• Experience in preparing Operations and Maintenance estimates.
  
  

Why Choose Arcadis?

Arcadis is the leading global design and consulting firm for natural and built assets, and we invite you to join us in partnering with our clients to deliver truly exceptional and sustainable outcomes. Contribute to the world's most high-profile and transformative projects, from shopping centers in Shanghai and improved traffic flow in Atlanta to state-of-the-art rail systems in Doha, coastal defenses for Manhattan and cleaner air in Los Angeles. Work alongside the industry's foremost thought leaders and accomplished professionals, generating effective, real-world results. We are Arcadis: 27,000 people in more than 70 countries, creating value by applying our collective wisdom to every challenge. Our culture is collaborative, we believe in diversity and the power of global teamwork, and we own the responsibility to sustain the Earth and its people in a safe and balanced way. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

Transportation, quite literally, makes the world go around. But rapidly increasing urbanization, shrinking budgets and sensitivity to the natural environment demand an innovative approach to advance the future of mobility in all its forms and functions. Join us in developing advanced infrastructure while helping our clients get the most from their existing assets - through innovation and transformational thinking. Together, we will solve some of the world's most complex transportation and land development challenges. Help meet the demands of tomorrow - today.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.