Kforce has a client that is seeking an Estimator in San Jose, CA. Summary: As a Construction Estimator you will be playing a critical role in company projects at facilities. You will understand cost drivers at the fundamental level while facilitating value engineering efforts cross functionally, enabling us to rapidly scale our manufacturing facilities at speed. Responsibilities: * Estimator will understand, develop, compile and present high-level cost estimates for multiple projects * Develop detailed cost estimates as designs develop, communicating with various stakeholders on cost drivers and value engineering opportunities across all trades * Use efficient and aesthetic communication methods to escalate risks and communicate opportunities * Employ a can-do attitude, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and aligned to the program goals * Create what-if scenario estimates for program strategy and decision making * Develop long term strategy on estimation methodology, tool and systems for CAPEX projects * Estimate cost impact related to changes in design and construction strategy during project execution that vary from the Baseline. Work closely with the project team to forecast project costs in a timely manner * As an Estimator, you will assist team in preparing cost information related to Project funding requests to Management * Track and summarize estimate performance collaborating with Finance * Provide support in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to cost estimating problems * Assist in cost estimating input into specific studies and providing team guidance in key decisions with scope options, various work proposals and decision making * Show initiative in the development of estimating standards, procedures, systems as well as input to future benchmarking and estimating tools * Assist the team in developing future cost model structures for procurement bidding process