Senior Estimator – Federal Construction
- Full-time
Company Description
Job Description
Responsible for leading the estimating department and managing bids for federal construction projects ranging from $3M–$50M. The role includes preparing accurate cost estimates, securing subcontractor pricing, and mentoring other estimators.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead estimating and bidding for federal construction projects.
Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and scope of work.
Perform quantity take-offs and evaluate subcontractor pricing.
Solicit and negotiate competitive subcontractor proposals.
Identify project risks, costs, and potential budget issues.
Coordinate with project teams to finalize estimates and budgets.
Attend pre-bid site visits and prepare accurate proposals.
Support project handoff after contract award.
Mentor, train, and review the work of other estimators.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and 10 years of construction estimating experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5–10+ years of experience estimating Federal Government construction projects.
Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, DOD, DHS, VA, or GSA projects preferred.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and processes.
Experience with design-build and design-bid-build projects.
Proficiency in SAM, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Pro, and estimating software.
Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Healthcare construction estimating experience is a plus.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Must pass a background check for access to U.S. military installations.
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