Cost Engineer - Construction jobs in Tallahassee, FL

**** Due to the nature of the job and the confidentiality of client information, work-from-home options will not be available for this position. ****

JOB PURPOSE:

Works closely with disaster case managers to review and/or prepare cost estimates for repairs and/or rebuilds of the primary residence of a disaster survivor. Estimates then may be used by disaster impacted clients to apply for other community resources for repairs. May provide coordination of volunteer labor group with contractor to ensure appropriate sequence of repairs placing emphasis on assisting the elderly, person with a disable, and disable veterans.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Formulate repair estimates for damage directly caused by the declared disaster. Consult with clients, vendors and comparable estimates to formulate repair estimates for the family. Receive, enter, and manage times and submissions.
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Coordinate with Disaster Case Manager in dealing with the client. Coordinate with the client to ensure they are satisfied with the estimate and understand what the estimate is saying.
• Visit site and record information about access, drainage and topography, and availability of services such as water and electricity.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate Exceptional customer service, in Everything you do, by placing the child, family, Veteran or client first to support our mission to "Empower people to build better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities."

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: College degree preferred, or Associates Degree with 3-5 years’ experience. Or High School Diploma with 6 years of related experience.

EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years of cost estimation experience; Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required including development and utilization of spreadsheets. Candidate must exemplify a dedication to achieving the mission of the customer as well as high standards of quality and excellence in performing the duties; Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines; Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with customer interaction and presentation capabilities required. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

ATTENDANCE: Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer’s sole discretion.

LICENSES: Driver’s License with clear record.

VEHICLE: Must have daily use of a vehicle without prior notice.

OTHER: Must be available and willing to travel to various locations and with such frequency as the business need dictates. Must pass criminal background checks. Must be available and willing to work nights, weekends and holidays as required to meet business needs. Must not pose a threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself/herself or others.

Endeavors and Endeavors Unlimited, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal laws. Endeavors and Endeavors Unlimited, Inc. also complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location its employees are working. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Endeavors and Endeavors Unlimited, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employers.