Cost Estimator

The Cost Estimator is a senior-level contributor who leads complex estimating efforts on multi-discipline capital projects. This role requires deep expertise in estimating principles, advanced modeling skills, and the ability to interface confidently with senior project stakeholders. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional estimate reviews, support negotiations, and mentor junior staff while driving continuous improvement in estimating practices across the organization.

Organizational Responsibilities Leads cost estimating efforts for larger-scale projects.

• Provides subject matter expertise in multiple estimating methodologies.

• Develops and maintains parametric models and industry-specific cost benchmarks.

• Facilitates estimate peer reviews, validation sessions, and reconciliations.

• Incorporates labor productivity, material pricing, escalation, and market conditions.

• Works collaboratively with planning and scheduling teams to integrate cost and schedule forecasts.

• Identifies and communicates cost drivers, trends, and risk exposure.

• Advises project controls and finance teams on contingency and budget setting.

• Mentors and oversees the work of junior estimators.

• Supports proposal pricing and bid strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field required; master’s preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in project estimating.

• Advanced proficiency in estimating and modeling tools.

• Significant experience with estimating public and private infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated mentoring or supervisory capability.

• Professional certification (e.g., AACE, RICS, PMI-SP) preferred.