$60K - 80K a year
Research and update construction cost data, assist in cost estimate comparisons, prepare cost-benefit analyses, and support bid reviews and reporting.
Requires 3+ years in cost estimating and data analysis, 2+ years in public agencies, knowledge of construction cost trends, and strong research and communication skills.
CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING ANALYST Minimum Requirements Required Experience: • Minimum three (3) years of full-time paid professional experience in cost estimating AND data analysis • Minimum two (2) years' experience in public agencies performing related duties assigned • Experience in developing, organizing and maintaining cost data tables Required Education: • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or any related field OR • Candidates without the required degree must have additional 4 years of the required experience to compensate for the education requirements Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Knowledge of science research and analytical methods • Ability to analyze construction cost trends and generate graphs, database, and reports and prepare presentations for stakeholders • Ability to compare the cost estimates with contractor proposals or bids to identify significant differences and probable causes for the discrepancies • Ability to work independently and without supervision • Excellent research and analytical skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills Duties: • Generates and updates Prevailing Wage table per current market trends • Research, collects, and updates construction material costs and indexes • Assists cost estimators in various comparison analysis on construction cost estimates • Assists in reviewing contractors' claims and proposals for accountability • Reviews analysis of construction life cycle costs • Prepares and conduct cost benefit analysis • Provides support in construction costs and bid review and comparisons • Conducts research on recent cost and price changes in supplies and services • Prepares special reports and research pertaining to construction cost trends and activities • Performs other related duties as assigned.
This job posting was last updated on 9/7/2025