Cost Estimator / Inspector Lead - West Virginia

Company: ICF International, Inc
Location: Charleston
Posted on: January 13, 2020

Job Description:

ICF seeks experienced Cost Estimators / Inspector Lead to support our efforts in West Virginia to help homeowners recover from disaster through the Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDGB-MIT) program. All positions are full-time. The primary role of the Cost Estimators is to develop scope of work and cost estimates based on documentation collected by the project team with input, when necessary, from the technical team. This position will also review cost estimates developed by ******* addition, you will be coordinating inspections of homes for analysis to establish the damage assessment and/or homes scope of work required to repair/replace damage from the fire and/or mudslides. Key Responsibilities: Estimator is responsible for completing scope of work and damage assessment of homeowners. They will maintain a complete understanding of all applicable Program policies, requirements, and evaluating protocols. Evaluate project worksheets (PWs) for eligible damages Collaborate with licensed engineers on technical issues Coordinate and schedule inspections with homeowners to gather standard cost and other data Develop, using both web-based construction job analysis and cost estimator software and the applicable program guidelines, the repair scopes of work and cost estimates based on the site assessment results. Develop cost information and estimates for repair and/or replacement of disaster-related damage Ensure that inspections performed under the contract conforms to contract requirements Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering preferred or 10+ years of relevant experience 5+ years of large-scale project experience, contributing at an operational, estimator or adjuster level. 5+ years of Construction estimating experience in the field of residential rehabilitation and new construction and/or insurance adjusting experience. 5+years of experience in web-based construction job analysis and cost estimator software, and/or CAD skills. 3+ years of experience with CDBG housing and/or FEMA hazard mitigation and similar programs/projects Knowledge of West Virginia Building Code and West Virginia Residential Code. Knowledge of West Virginia Community and Development Office Building Standards. Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and effective interpersonal skills. Intermediate level Microsoft Office skills; knowledge of creating tables and graphs in Microsoft Excel; ability to quickly learn new software applications. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in one or more of the following functional areas: construction, project development, hazard mitigation measures, engineering, or architecture Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations, policies and guidance within the FEMA Public Assistance Program We have mid and Senior level roles available. For the Senior level Certified Engineering Certification or other professional certification is required plus 10 years of experience as a Cost Estimator Experience with disaster recovery cost estimating and data reporting CLAB Working at ICF Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. If youre seeking to make a difference in the world, visit ******************* to find your next career. ICFtogether for tomorrow. ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity) Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans and applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email *********************** and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: EEO is the law and Pay Transparency Statement. W Virginia Remote Office (WV99)

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