Estimator (Construction)

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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.

Key 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. 

Required Qualifications

• 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).

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.  

Work Environment: 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm MT or 10am to 6pm MST  – occasionally requiring flexibility to work during evenings or weekends based on business needs, as well as travel to off-site locations depending on the role and need. 

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel: 

This position will require minimal travel (<10%)

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassm