Senior Estimator at Alcion

Georgia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Construction, Heavy Civil, Transportation, InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of construction estimating principles
  • Experience with developing Order of Magnitude (OOM) Budgets and Cost Work Break-Down Structures (WBS)
  • Proficiency in quantity take-offs and Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development
  • Ability to develop direct and general cost estimates
  • Knowledge of cost unit rates and labor unit rates
  • Experience with preparing and updating construction budgets
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Strong collaboration and leadership skills
  • Ability to source, liaise with, and manage subcontractors and suppliers
  • Familiarity with AIC operational and technical requirements
  • Research and data analysis skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare Order of Magnitude (OOM) Budgets based on Reference/Indicative Documents
  • Set-up Cost Work Break-Down Structures (WBS) for complex heavy civil/transportation projects
  • Perform Quantity Take-offs and assemble Bill of Quantities (BoQ) documents
  • Develop direct cost estimates based on project specifications, drawings, and addenda
  • Prepare general accounts/indirect cost estimates
  • Develop cost unit rates from basic principles using labor, equipment, and material resources
  • Generate Labour unit rates in compliance with the labour wage requirements of project locations
  • Prepare and update complete construction budgets as projects design progresses
  • Prepare construction budget review presentations for management
  • Coordinate and lead Estimating Working Group meetings with CJV partners
  • Generate alternate price for value engineering scope elements for the projects
  • Prepare tender summary sheets and cash flows
  • Participate in design workshops during the project’s design development to provide cost/construction input
  • Review and incorporate into estimate design deliverables from consultants
  • Source, liaise with and manage best value subcontractors and suppliers, collaborating with the Procurement team
  • Ensure subcontractors are in compliance with AIC operational and technical requirements
  • Identify and set-up subcontractors/vendor’s packages for the procurement team
  • Prepare procurement packages that include specifications, drawings, BoQ’s for the procurement team
  • Analyze subcontractors/vendors quotes and prepare comparison sheets
  • Update estimate based on analyzed pricing received from the local market
  • Ensure bid bond, insurance, and other required documents are in place
  • Develop safe, efficient, cutting-edge construction methods
  • Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data
  • Organize and prepare bid close documents
  • Provide assessment of estimating accuracy and prepare relevant analyses
  • Research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop

Skills

Construction Estimating
OOM Budgets
Cost WBS
Quantity Take-offs
BoQ Development
Direct Cost Estimates
Indirect Cost Estimates
Cost Unit Rates
Labor Unit Rates
Budget Preparation
Presentation Skills
Subcontractor Management
Data Analysis

Alcion

Develops advanced technology solutions for clients

About Alcion

Alcion.ai is focused on developing advanced technology solutions, likely in the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data analytics. Although specific details about its products are not publicly available, the company aims to serve a diverse range of clients, including businesses and possibly individual consumers, by providing software or technology services that address complex problems. Alcion.ai generates revenue through various models, such as subscription-based software, one-time purchases, or consulting services, which helps create a steady income stream. What sets Alcion.ai apart from its competitors is its commitment to employee well-being, offering comprehensive health and retirement benefits, supporting remote work, and organizing regular in-person meetups to strengthen team dynamics. The company's goal is to deliver valuable technological solutions while fostering a positive work culture.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$28.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Potential conflict of interest with Veeam, a competitor, leading their Series A funding.
Rapid evolution of ransomware tactics may outpace Alcion's current security measures.
High rate of cloud security incidents poses challenges for maintaining robust security.

Differentiation

Alcion offers AI-driven data protection, focusing on ransomware and malware threats.
The company provides a unique MSP partner program for Microsoft 365 backup services.
Alcion emphasizes a modern, AI-driven architecture for intelligent threat detection.

Upsides

Alcion raised $21 million in Series A funding, led by Veeam, boosting growth potential.
The enterprise data management market is projected to grow at a 12.1% CAGR until 2030.
Alcion's AI-driven solutions align with increasing demand for cloud-based data protection.

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