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Estimator

Chesapeake Contracting Group
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026

The Estimator analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project. Estimators gather, calculate and compile data to produce construction cost estimates for competitive bid proposals in a timely manner. The Estimator is also required to perform a thorough and detailed turnover of awarded projects to the project management team.

  • Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scope
  • Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
  • Manages responses to invitations to bid
  • Performs quantity takeoff
  • Participates in conceptual budgets with oversight from manager
  • Develops Tab Sheets (scopes of work), gather subcontractor proposals, and prepare bid tabulation for own trade assignments
  • Coordinates scopes of work with bid team
  • Author qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned trade
  • Builds effective relationships subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations
  • Develop subcontractor relationships
  • Attend subcontractor networking events


Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent related work experience
  • Minimum of 5 or more years estimating or relevant project experience
  • Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software
  • Possess strong mathematical and computer skills
  • Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Some experience in one or more areas of Division 2-16


Benefits

πŸ“Œ A flexible work environment

πŸ“Œ State-of-the-art technology to get the job done

πŸ“Œ New office spaces designed for today's working environment

πŸ“Œ Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs

πŸ“Œ Opportunities for advancement and leadership training

Salary : $85,000 - $135,000

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