Description

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Reporting to the Director, Project Controls, the Senior Cost Estimator is responsible for the development and coordination of all Cost and Estimating policies, procedures, and systems for Metra's Capital Delivery Program.

The primary duties include: Manage cost and estimating management plans, processes, and procedures (budget and forecast) for all projects within the Capital Delivery Program. Monitor milestone schedules and ensure corresponding estimates are accurately updated in the system and documentation of processes and procedures is entered accurately and updated. Oversee the development and implementation of all project cost estimates within the program and review and approve estimates needed for project charters. Oversee the implementation, use, and training on the Project Management Information System (PMIS) for costing and estimating projects; participate in updating training materials; and provide training to system users and team members. Support the Director, Project Controls in developing cost breakdown structure and schedule of values for all projects within the program. Oversee setup and initial loading of baseline budget into budget management system; record commitments and expenditures; track all budgets, commitments, and expenditure transactions; identify and track potential cost issues/overruns; and work with project team to resolve issues and correct errors. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
2. In addition to #1 above, must have a minimum of seven years of experience preparing cost estimates, preferably in an infrastructure related field.
3. Considerable knowledge of estimating and cost management best practices and procedures.
4. Considerable knowledge of cost baseline creation and management.
5. Knowledge of the estimating and cost PMIS best practices.
6. Knowledge of Earned Value Management.
7. Good organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
8. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
9. Advanced level math skills.
10. Proficient in PMIS and Microsoft 365.
11. Ability to conduct training consisting of multi-disciplinary members.
12. Ability to work independently, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
13. Ability to complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
14. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
15. Must be able to operate a vehicle.
16. Must be willing to travel within Metra's 6-county region.
17. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred:

1. Project Management Professional

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Some positions require an Enhanced Background Check due to the nature of the role. This may include additional criminal history, employment and education verification, credential validation, and other legally permissible checks. All screenings are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and require candidate authorization.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.