QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Construction Mgmt, and/or Business) and a minimum of 7 years related experience.
Experienced in cost estimating for commercial buildings, Higher Education project experience preferred.
Understanding of construction means and methods.
Prepare material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for concept designs, design development documents, bid documents, and change orders.
Analyze projects to ensure that project funding is adequate by performing estimates, cost forecasts, cost trends, and accrual of actual costs
CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES
n/a
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients and/or public groups. Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees and client groups to take desired action.
FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE
Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills
