Lead Capital Cost Estimator (Multi-Trade)

Lead Senior Capital Cost Estimator (Multi-Trade)
Greentree, PA

• Oversee and consolidate multi-discipline estimates for large-scale capital projects in Food & Beverage, advanced manufacturing, and heavy industrial sectors.
• Lead the development of AACE Class 5 through Class 1 capital cost estimates, customizing methodologies for cleanroom environments and complex facilities.
• Ensure estimates incorporate compliance with HACCP, GMP, CFIA/FDA regulations, accounting for QA/QC, validation, and commissioning processes.
• Differentiate estimating strategies between greenfield facilities and brownfield revamps, considering safety barriers and hygiene requirements during operations.
• Utilize and customize Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE) for conceptual and detailed estimates tailored to food and manufacturing processes.
• Synthesize civil, structural, mechanical, piping, and E&I estimates into a comprehensive master project estimate.
• Apply construction contractor experience to validate labor productivity, indirect costs, construction sequencing, and safety protocols.
• Lead cost risk analysis workshops and develop contingency recommendations following AACE standards, utilizing quantitative risk analysis (QRA).

• 10+ years of progressive estimating experience, with a proven background working directly for a construction contractor.
• Extensive portfolio covering greenfield builds and brownfield retrofits in Food & Beverage or similar industries.
• Deep understanding of food safety standards like HACCP and GMP and their impact on construction methodologies and costs.
• Expert proficiency in Aspen Capital Cost Estimator (ACCE).
• Active AACE International certification (CEP or CCP) highly preferred.
• Experience with cost and schedule risk assessments is a plus.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.