Construction Cost Estimator

HKA is one of the world’s leading privately owned, independent providers of consulting, expert and advisory services for the construction, manufacturing, process and technology industries.

As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Our experts have testified across the globe on many of the largest quantum, delay, engineering and commercial damages matters.

As part of the HKA team you can expect:

• A strong collaborative culture focused on growing the Claims and Disputes practice and our team together.
• The opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing team and be part of driving the future success and development of our global business.
• The ability to leverage HKA’s strong brand in the construction space and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.

The Opportunity:

You will be a key contributor to a knowledgeable team of engineering, architectural, and construction professionals as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, applying construction means and methods, and calculating indirect field and overhead costs. Teams may also collaborate with you on the quality and amount of input necessary to develop the required level of design build construction estimates. You’ll tap into both your creative and analytical sides in this role as you develop reports and presentations as well as analyze historical data.

General Requirements:

• 10 + years of experience in preparing and reviewing cost estimates.
• Bachelor’s degree (in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred)
• Estimating experience with civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical scopes of work and costs.
• Knowledge of Excel and common estimating software.
• Strong and effective written, oral and presentation skills.
• Able to complete tasks independently.
• Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, from feasibility studies through construction phase including:
• Quantity takeoff and pricing
• Create cost models for estimating elements
• Review drawings and specifications to accurately determine time, cost, labor, and quantities of materials needed for projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Solicit and review subcontractor proposals to confirm pricing as necessary.
• Consult with clients and vendors to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Prepare and maintain historical cost data, contingency/risk factors, knowledge of markup structures, and documentation of estimates.
• Experience with lump-sum, cost-plus, CM at risk, and design/build a plus.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required.

What we offer:

At HKA we recognize that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

We operate a flexible working pattern both in terms of hours and location and are happy with flexible remote working.

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. We are committed to responding to all applicants who apply by the closing date.

ED&I at HKA:

HKA has a thriving ED&I committee working hard to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for a truly diverse set of employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy, please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marriage, and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, or any other basis as protected.