Gotion, Inc.
Construction Cost Estimator / Cost Engineer
Manteno, Illinois · Contract
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $77,771 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Cost Estimators" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, evaluating contractor proposals, managing project budgets, and providing cost analysis throughout all phases of construction.
- Prepare quantity takeoffs, conceptual estimates, detailed cost estimates, and project budgets for industrial buildings, civil, architectural, MEP, and site development projects.
- Analyze contractor and supplier proposals, identifying scope gaps, duplicated costs, pricing discrepancies, and value engineering opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Gotion is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator / Cost Engineer to support the planning, estimating, budgeting, and cost control of large-scale industrial construction projects at our Manteno, Illinois facility.
- This role serves as a key liaison between U.S. contractors, design teams, suppliers, and Gotion's Chinese management and engineering teams.
- Partner with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Project Management to monitor project budgets, control costs, and mitigate financial risks.
- Review construction drawings, technical specifications, bid documents, and contracts to ensure accurate pricing.
- Develop and maintain cost databases for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
- Ability to independently review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in construction estimating, cost engineering, cost control, or contract administration.
- Experience with commercial, industrial, manufacturing, or large construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of quantity takeoffs, budgeting, bid analysis, payment applications, change order management, and project closeout.
- Experience with one or more construction disciplines including Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP, or Site Development.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam Revu.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- The ideal candidate has experience with industrial or commercial construction estimating, strong analytical skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with battery manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, large manufacturing plants, semiconductor, automotive, or industrial construction projects.
- Experience working for a General Contractor, Owner, Engineering Firm, EPC Contractor, or Cost Consulting firm.
- Knowledge of CSI MasterFormat and U.S. construction pricing practices.
- Experience with PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, Procore, RSMeans, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar estimating software.
- Professional certifications such as CCP, CEP, CPE, PMP, or related credentials.
- This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion.
- Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
- Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written) is a plus not a must.
Compensation
- $75,000 - $90,000 annually (based on experience)
Company info
- Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together!
- We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment.
- We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, contractual obligations, and project controls.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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