Senior Estimator – Federal Construction

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:

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Lead estimating and bidding for federal construction projects.

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Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.

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Review construction drawings, specifications, and scope of work.

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Perform quantity take-offs and evaluate subcontractor pricing.

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Solicit and negotiate competitive subcontractor proposals.

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Identify project risks, costs, and potential budget issues.

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Coordinate with project teams to finalize estimates and budgets.

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Attend pre-bid site visits and prepare accurate proposals.

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Support project handoff after contract award.

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Mentor, train, and review the work of other estimators.

Requirements:

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Bachelor's degree and 10 years of construction estimating experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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5–10+ years of experience estimating Federal Government construction projects.

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Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, DOD, DHS, VA, or GSA projects preferred.

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Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and processes.

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Experience with design-build and design-bid-build projects.

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Proficiency in SAM, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Pro, and estimating software.

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Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

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Healthcare construction estimating experience is a plus.

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Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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Must pass a background check for access to U.S. military installations.