Associate Project Controls Estimator (PH) at Disney

Job Posting Title:

Associate Project Controls Estimator (PH)

Req ID:

10135234

Job Description:

About the Role & Team:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.

The Associate Project Controls Estimator role is responsible for estimating project’s capital budgets during development phases and then running the cost control, change management and risk assessment during a project’s execution phase.

You will report to Executive Project Controls.

This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

• Under the immediate direction of a Senior Project or Principal Estimator, an Associate Project Estimator will participate in the:

• Prepare estimates for facility, show, and rides throughout a project’s lifecycle

• Review and incorporate historical cost data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity analysis reports, into estimates.

• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoffs of a project scope of work.

• Maintain files for all working documents and data as backup to estimate figures.

• Evaluate all design documentation and provide trend estimates and analyses against current EFC/Budget estimates during Design Phase.

• Follow all personnel policies and company handbooks.

• Perform work under direct guidance and guidance of more experienced staff.

• PMCS: inputs cost information from project estimators.

• Change Management: collects information for project estimators.

• Estimates: provides takeoffs for project estimators.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of estimating, cost control, and/or engineering experience.

• Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques and cost controls.

• Interpret computerized cost data and systems.

• Proficient in PC programs.

• Experience working with all levels of management, and all project team members (project management, contractors, sub-contractors) to achieve team goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge specific to the Hospitality, themed entertainment, cruise line, and/or resort industry.

• Preconstruction through implementation estimating experience.

Education:

• Four-year degree in Construction Management/Engineering, Architecture or Engineering, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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Job Posting Segment:

WDI Global Business Operations & Strategy

Job Posting Primary Business:

Project Controls (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Project Estimating

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-10-30 Apply Now