Cost Estimator

**Job Title: **Cost Estimator

**Job Type: **Contact (Part-Time or Full-Time)

**Location: **Remote

Job Summary:

Join our customer's team as a Cost Estimator and bring your expertise in forecasting project costs and budgeting to help shape the next generation of AI-driven tools. In this unique role, you will simulate and provide real-world project costing scenarios, enabling AI systems to replicate the critical thinking and precision of seasoned professionals in construction, manufacturing, and engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed cost estimates for various projects, including materials, labor, and operational expenses.
• Analyze and assess project risks and incorporate findings into cost projections and contingency planning.
• Conduct price research and compile data to support accurate and up-to-date cost information.
• Participate in the simulation of real-world budgeting and project planning scenarios to train AI systems.
• Document estimation processes, assumptions, and methodologies for reproducibility and clarity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive understanding of project requirements and cost drivers.
• Provide domain expertise that helps AI interpret cost projections, pricing strategies, and financial planning discussions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in cost estimation, cost analysis, and budgeting for projects in construction, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Strong data analysis abilities, with proficiency in spreadsheet modeling and financial planning tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with great attention to detail and clarity in documentation.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated expertise in project planning, price research, and risk assessment.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment and contributing to collaborative teams.
• Ability to translate complex estimation methodologies into accessible information for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting or training AI/ML systems in a data-driven or technical context.
• Background in multiple project domains, such as both construction and manufacturing.
• Experience with advanced cost estimation or project management software.