Hagerty Consulting, Inc. (Hagerty) is the nation's leading emergency management and homeland security consulting firm. Known for its public spirit, innovative thinking, problem-solving, and exceptional people, Hagerty is sought after to work on some of the largest and most complex crisis and emergency management issues. We serve our clients across the nation to enhance their preparedness programs; create more resilient and sustainable communities; provide innovative solutions to enhance their response; and obtain and manage grants and loans to support their recovery.

This is not for immediate hire. Candidates for the Cost Estimator position will be considered for our internal Recovery Cadre pipeline. Individuals we have added to this internal Recovery Cadre pipeline will receive first consideration for future openings that align with their skillset and interests. If you are interested in active open positions where we would be looking at immediate hire, please review the other openings on our website.

The Cost Estimator will develop detailed and accurate cost estimates leveraging FEMA’s Cost Estimating Format for both repair and replacement of local municipality facilities damaged by natural disasters.

Responsibilities for the Cost Estimator Include:

• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for all storm-damaged city facilities.
• Aid in documenting storm-related damages and development of detailed scopes of work.
• Aid damage assessment teams on field visits when needed.
• Interact with assessment teams & Project Managers to develop cost estimates.
• Lead discussions in meetings with FEMA & State Representatives on cost estimate related issues.

Qualifications for the Cost Estimator Include:

• 3+ years of experience in preparing storm-damage cost estimates
• 2+ years of recent experience estimating repair, remodel and new construction projects of various types and sizes for disaster related projects.
• Experience inspecting storm-damaged facilities
• Working knowledge of RS Means estimating software
• FEMA related cost estimating experience
• Experience with FEMA’s Cost Estimating Format (CEF)
• Working knowledge of FEMA PA Laws, Regulations & Policy
• Bachelor's degree required, or 4 years of related work experience in lieu of degree.

Compensation for the Cost Estimator Includes:

• Salary range of $85,000 - $125,000. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, location, travel requirements, and other business and organizational needs.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for health and transit/parking, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and more.

Hagerty Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity/national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status, characteristic, or condition protected by local, state, or federal law. We promote equal opportunity in all our employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.