Estimator (Construction)

Meow Wolf•Santa Fe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration. Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world. We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities. Provocative Playfulness: We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery. Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong. Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in. Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art. If this all sounds like YOU, read on…. Job Description: ESTIMATOR Job Disclosures: Location: (On-site) Santa Fe, NM Job Summary: This position will integrate with the overall Project Teams to provide timely budget information to assist in the design and management of projects.

Requirements

5+ years on-site construction with a heavy focus on estimating in the construction and/or themed entertainment industries.
Facility and show estimating experience.
Experience in domestic multi-faceted projects.
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills (both written and oral), and the ability to interface with cross-functional teams in a professional and polished manner.
Relationship building – works closely with senior management, creative leaders and designers, finance, and project controls.
General understanding of business drivers and market conditions.
Strong analytical skills.
Proven track record in meeting aggressive schedules; clearly defining deliverables and timetables with demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities in complex environments to successful project completion.
Strong work ethic and high level of confidentiality using good judgement and an exceptional sense of accountability.
Knowledge of risk management and analysis systems.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

Generate initial project budget estimates, update estimates during the design phases to ensure the project is tracking on budget.
Negotiate the changes to the Scope of Work during the construction/installation phase and compile post-mortem cost summaries of the project once project is complete.
Responsible for all components of the project; Facility, Show Art, and Soft Costs.
Provide detailed estimates in a timely manner working from architectural and show art drawing packages, specifications, shop drawings, and creative concept art. This includes determining labor, material, and equipment costs for self-performed work.
Provide direction to cost consultants and collaborate with in-house show estimating for development of comprehensive estimates.
Identify project risks and evaluate required contingency at the earliest stages of the project.
Update project estimates throughout the design phases including but not limited to Blue-Sky, Concept, Schematic, Design Development and Construction phases. Includes working with Project Teams in various cities.
Research market conditions for cost trends and local means and methods. Develops location cost factors and escalation factors both domestically and internationally.
Assist Finance and Project Teams to establish budgets and track actuals against estimate/budget.
Develop and maintain a database of cost comparisons for various exhibitions.
Develop estimates in coordination with Project Teams for all changes in Scope of Work during the construction/installation phase of a project.
Assist the Project Team to create Value-Engineering ideas by assigning costs to each item to mitigate cost overruns. During estimating efforts research and present alternate means and methods to a better cost-effective way to maintain the overall creative intent.
Compile overall project summaries on cost at the conclusion of a project.
Maintain comprehensive risk registers and the associated schedule/cost risks analysis’ to better inform the Project Team during the life cycle of a project.
Collaborate with the Project Controls group to develop scope documents, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), cost control and forecasting analysis’, asset cost allocations, and collection of historical data.
Other duties as assigned.