Your Impact:

　　Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

　　Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

　　At Jacobs, we’re making our world better with every project, and we know the importance of accurate estimates to the success of these projects. We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Cost Estimator to join our team to help prepare a wide range of estimates – from conceptual to detailed design – for complex industrial, civil, operations and maintenance, military and government facility projects. Based in any U.S. location, you’ll review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and make sites visits to define the scope of work and cost impacts required of the estimate process.

　　You’ll be a key contributor and mentor to a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, apply construction means and methods, and calculate indirect field costs. Design teams will also collaborate with you on the quality and amount of input necessary to develop the cost effective design solutions. 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.

　　Bring your attention to detail and desire to grow, and we’ll help you pursue what drives you – so we can tackle challenging projects, together.

　　At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

　　Here’s what you’ll need :

　　Qualifications - External

　　Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or Equivalent Industry Experience

　　At least 5 years Mechanical estimating experience

　　Proficient skills in the area of current technology (Word, Excel, estimating/database softwares)

　　Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, knowledge of markup structures and estimate documentation

　　Be familiar with techniques, procedures, methods and the nature of applicable construction systems across the mechanical discipline; including but not limited to a variety of HVAC systems, distribution and controls, plumbing and piping systems, and various fire suppression methods

　　Be familiar with MCA standards and productivity

　　Experience using industry estimating software, such as Timberline, HCSS Heavy Bid, and MII Estimating systems.

　　Demonstrates an ability be responsible for completion of tasks with minimal supervision

　　Able to travel to meet project needs

　　U.S. Citizenship

　　Ideally, you’ll also have:

　　Strong and effective written, oral and presentation skills

　　Able to complete tasks independently

　　Adept at interpersonal relationship building and conflict resolution

　　Estimating certification from ASPE or AACE

　　Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

　　Typical salary range for this position is $96,400 to $179,050 and is commensurate with experience relative to the position. For “remote” positions, salary to be offered is geographic dependent.

　　At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

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