Construction Cost Project Analyst

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Construction Cost Project Analyst to join our National Real Estate Services team at Aldi. As the Construction Cost Project Analyst, you will collaborate with divisional real estate teams to evaluate construction bids on a national level. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction documents and possess an educational background in construction, architecture, or engineering. Your primary objective will be to ensure that construction costs align with project scopes and regional cost trends.

Responsibilities

• Work with Construction Managers to develop negotiation points with contractors.
• Collaborate with divisional Director Real Estate and Construction Manager to determine appropriate scopes requiring clarifications or revised pricing.
• Provide divisions with current pricing data for consistent pricing structure.
• Prepare detailed bid analysis for divisional real estate teams to award projects to qualified bidders with competitive prices.
• Monitor pricing data and provide reports to the National Real Estate Project Manager quarterly.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and anomalies in contractor proposals.
• Conduct material takeoffs and compare proposed pricing with historical data.
• Research alternative materials and methods for economical construction practices.
• Review and approve all contract pricing before divisional execution.
• Assist in training and developing team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in Construction Estimating.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and RS Means software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and benefits.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program and National Discount Program.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Generous vacation time, paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.