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
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 an 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
