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Kyyba Inc
Construction - Cost Estimator
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$71,979 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Construction - Cost Estimator Kyyba Inc - 3.7 San Antonio, TX Job Details Full-time | Contract $35 - $40 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Visa sponsorship Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Construction contract administration Cash management Earned value management Construction performance monitoring Associate's degree Full Job Description About Kyyba Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career developmen t.
Job Desctiption Cost Planning & Estimating Financial Management & Cost Control Procurement & Vendor Auditing Budget Development:
Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed design-phase cost estimates, establishing accurate baseline budgets and cost breakdown structures (CBS).Quantity Takeoffs:
Perform comprehensive material takeoffs (QTO) using architectural and engineering drawings, technical specifications, and BIM models. Value Engineering (VE): Lead VE analyses during design phases to identify cost-saving alternatives without compromising structural integrity or design intent.Budget Tracking & Earned Value:
Monitor ongoing expenditures, committed costs, and work-in-place using Earned Value Management (EVM) to calculate Variance at Completion (VAC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC).Cash Flow Forecasting:
Develop and update monthly cash flow projections and draw schedules to manage project liquidity and owner billing cycles.Change Order Management:
Audit, negotiate, and validate subcontractor change order requests, evaluating pricing against market rates and contract allowances.Contract Review:
Assist procurement teams in drafting scope packages, evaluating trade contractor bids, and performing financial risk assessments on major vendors.Pay Application Verification:
Review monthly payment applications (G702/G703) and lien waivers against verified field progress before authorizing disbursements.Project Closeout:
Perform final financial reconciliations, settle contingency funds, and audit final subcontractor accounts.Requirement:
Associates Degree Disclaimer:
- Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Minorities / Females
/ Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need."- It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
Rewards:
- Medical, dental, vision
- 401k
- Term life
- Voluntary life and disability insurance
- Optional Pre-paid legal plan
- Optional Identity theft plan
- Optional Medical and dependent FSA
- Work-visa sponsorship
- Opportunity for advancement
- Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client
SELECT AWARDS
- An
INC 5000
company for 10 years- Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
- Crain's Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
- TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
- Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
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Michigan Pay:
$35.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral programWork Location:
On the roadBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance