Cost Estimator V - TDIP

Key Identifiers for the Position

• Previous experience with mega projects and aviation projects
• Proficient with large-scale estimating software
• Twenty years of general estimating experience
• Knowledge of Progressive Design-Build and CMAR delivery

Essential Job Duties

• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates for various scopes of work
• Direct and manage other estimators/estimating teams as needed; Train subordinate estimating personnel as needed
• Review construction and design cost proposals and change order requests - assist with the determination of merit
• Review the labor rates and markups to ensure conformance to the contract specifications
• Review quantities and labor productivity to ensure fair and reasonable representation of scope
• Review the material pricing and validate against R.S. Means for other pricing references
• Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and equitable cost allowance for scope changes
• Establish basis of the owner’s acceptance or rejection of proposals and develop records of negotiation
• Reconcile contractor, internal and third-party estimates
• Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why
• Accumulate, evaluate and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates
• Provide coordination and liaison with project management personnel and other estimating resources throughout the estimate development
• Provide accuracy, reliability and completeness in all work products

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Demonstrated proficiency in various estimating formats
• Proficient with industry estimating software, databases, sources, and tools
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Professional Experience Level/Qualifications

• Twenty years of general estimating experience
• Self-starter attitude with results-oriented focus
• Demonstrates a proactive, firm and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing
• Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field to estimating profession

Professional Licenses & Certifications
Certifications required, may include PMP, PE, and/or any other relevant Professional Licensure or Certification. Required to have certified estimating professional credentials.

Element-Specific Requirements/Notes

• May assume other duties as required/needed.
• Maybe required to work past regular work shift if needed.
• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed.
• This position is full time on site, Monday through Friday.

This is an On-Site position

Estimated Dates of Assignment: 11/10/2025 to 6/30/2026

Work Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Salary Range: $174,720 to $218,400 YR