Associate/Estimator

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.  

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.  

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!   

Key statistics: 

• 950+ Consultants 
• 640+ Ph.D.s 
• 90+ Disciplines 
• 30+ Offices globally 

We are currently seeking an Associate/Estimator for our Construction Consulting Practice in Oakland, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team involved in projects relating to construction project estimating, bid analysis, project management and controls, program management and controls, construction claims and contract dispute resolution and related construction consulting services.

• Preparing material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for concept designs, design development documents, bid documents, and change orders
• Completing cost analyses and quantity takeoffs on an as-needed basis
• Evaluating construction trade bids
• Presenting results of cost analyses to senior staff and clients
• Planning and analyzing project costs
• Developing, updating, and analyzing project schedules
• Tracking and managing project scope changes and project risks
• Reviewing project documents and performing document control
• Preparing project and program status reports
• Supporting requests of project leads and clients

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline plus 1 - 5 years of industry experience (internships included) or M.S. plus 0 - 5 years of industry experience (internships included); advanced degree(s), Registration and Certifications are preferred
• Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
• Ability to interact effectively with both internal and external clients
• Proactive and self-driven to navigate complexities and resolve hurdles
• Strong analytical thinking and data management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of construction means and methodology
• Ability to read and understand design information
• Knowledge of common construction-related software including Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Office, and Google Workspace tools
• Experience in contract dispute resolution and construction claims, litigation services and construction consulting services is a plus, but not necessary
• Close attention to detail, thorough in execution of tasks, and timely in task completions
• Presently legally authorized to work in the US, no immigration sponsorship or visa processing required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, unit pricing, estimating factors; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
• Data center connectivity/telecommunications experience
• Network and cabling experience
• Database management and fluency with relevant programming languages such as Python or SQL

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.  

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference. 

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.