Change Estimating Specialist

Company: Comau LLC
Location: Southfield
Posted on: May 29, 2023

Job Description:

The Change Estimating Specialist is responsible for accurately forecast the cost of projects by analyzing and compiling the cost factors, as well as creating quotation packages using customer changes, process documentation, written specifications and functional department inputs. Take ownership. Are you ready for a challenge? In this role the ideal candidate will act as a network and think innovatively while executing the following responsibilities:For each aspect of an estimate understand whether a previously applied cost is appropriate, what modifications may be required and if necessary generate a new cost from first principles i.e. raw material cost plus labor hoursBe knowledgeable on how data from similar projects or historical information can be used to compile an accurate estimate when all the data is not available or time does not permit.Be able to evaluate that the defined technical content is accurate and be able to highlight were items or other cost drivers have been missed or over statedManage cost database from which data for new estimates can be extracted. Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hours and related cost data or to effect cost reductionConfer with engineers, purchasing, project managers, management, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimatesConsult with clients, vendors, and personnel from other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issuesPrepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractorsReview material and labor requirements, to support a management decision on whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components. (Make or buy analysis)Develop estimates to support changes to the scope of a project, and conduct negotiations with the customer or other vendors as requiredOther duties as requiredPDN-99314f71-c83c-40df-8ac6-34650f19467b

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