Cost Estimator (Construction)

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates by taking off assigned scopes of work.
• Acquire understanding of the requirements of the project/program at hand.
• Select metrics to produce valid estimates.
• Prepare detailed reports or bids for submission to appropriate parties.
• Select advantageous deals by evaluating offers and quotes.
• Analyze data and produce forecasts.
• Perform risk analysis.
• Work with Operations to ensure a complete understanding of the scope of work.
• Ensure sufficient subcontractor coverage for each and every bid.
• Prepare bid general conditions and review with operations before bid submittal.
• Assist with pricing change orders if required.

Skills

• Proven experience as a construction estimator.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal Government procurement methodology, including hard bids, IDIQ and various task order type contracts.
• Working knowledge of the Design-Build process.
• Thorough knowledge of Metro Washington DC subcontractors.
• Ability to work with subcontractors during bids.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Congstruction software knowledge.
• Able to generate take-offs.
• Able to understand bid job instructions and detailed specifications.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Basic Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• An Active Secret Clearance.
• BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or comparable Work Experience.
• Professional Certification in the state of MD.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in the construction industry in the estimating field.
• R.S. Means experience.

Pay

$85,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Schedule

Full-time