Job Title:
Senior Project Cost Engineer/Estimator – CSA
Location:
Sunnyvale, CA
Job Description:
iParametrics is actively seeking a Senior Cost Engineer - Civil, Structural & Architectural(CSA) to support a high-profile client renowned for their large-scale projects across diverse industries. With a history spanning over a century, this employee-owned firm fosters a culture of innovation and inclusivity, offering its team members competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a stake in long-term success. This role, based in Sunnyvale, CA, focuses on civil, structural, and architectural components of a semiconductor tool manufacturing facility project.
Reporting directly to the Project Cost Manager, the Senior Cost Engineer will play a crucial role in managing project costs through activities such as estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and risk analysis. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about project management and keen on advancing their expertise in cost management on a grand scale.
Responsibilities:
- Setup and maintain job cost reports, manage budgets, commitments, forecasts, yet to buys, contingencies, and spends.
- Track costs by bid package, field order, and specific category of change as defined by the project.
- Maintain project indicators, including visual graphics.
- Collaborate with subcontractors and vendors to validate cost proposals.
- Conduct monthly reconciliation of project cost reports.
- Interpret design documents, construction documents, and technical manuals to quantify materials required for construction.
- Efficiently summarize material quantities.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field is required.
- Knowledgeable in materials and methods of construction.
Experience:
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management, cost management, or cost estimating roles, preferably within general contracting or specialty subcontracting focused on CSA scopes.
- Prior involvement in industrial and/or semiconductor manufacturing projects is preferred.
Skills:
- Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Familiarity with project management software (Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, JDE, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Primavera Project Planner P6).
- Competence in design software (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks).
- Training in design and construction document reading, specifications, survey theory, and techniques.
- Excellent organizational, visual observation, and interpretation skills.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work flexibly to accommodate changing construction schedules.
Essential Functions:
- Combination of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the workday.
- Ability to climb stairs, lift/carry up to 20 lbs., and minimal bending/twisting.
- Requires mental alertness, precision, and attention to detail.
- Capable of working independently with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
Benefits/Compensation:
As a W2 employee of iParametrics, team members are eligible for benefits such as medical, dental and vision, and the company matching 401K plan, subject to plan terms and applicable waiting periods. Compensation for this position is hourly ($41-64) based on experience, background, and skills. Rates are based on a 50 hour work week.
About iParametrics:
Founded in 2003, iParametrics is a recognized leader in emergency management, homeland security, cost estimating and data analytics for federal, state, and local clients, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Department of Energy (DOE), the Department of Defense (DOD). For the past 19 years, we have supported FEMA on federally declared disasters throughout the US and its territories. Please visit us at www.iparametrics.comfor more information.iParametrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to a work environment that supports and respects all individuals without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with leading construction companies.
Applicants must be able to pass the iParametrics Drug and Alcohol test. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work that would be performed by project team members. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for this job. This description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
