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Senior Estimator

ESPO Corporation
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

Senior Estimator
Direct Hire
Chesapeake, VA

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading Construction Design-Build and EPC estimates and proposals for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. This position will assist clients in making fact-based decisions by presenting accurate estimates in a credible and professional manner while minimizing risk to the company.

  • Lead estimating strategy and implementation efforts.
  • Review and approve project summary schedules for validity.
  • Manage workload scheduling to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • Lead risk review process.
  • Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology insuring quality estimates are produced.
  • Lead project team review for estimating quantities and scope of project.
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving quotes on bonds and insurance.
  • Review and approve small and disadvantaged business solicitation and evaluations.
  • Lead subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification reviews.
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving specialty and standard equipment pricing.
  • Review and verify subcontractor bid packages before being transmitted for quotes.
  • Present the estimate to internal and external clients.
  • Responsible for the review of final estimate before management review and proposal presentation.
  • Lead estimating teams for completion of pre-construction services.
  • Responsible for cost history, data base management and estimating process.
  • Approve price general conditions, indirect costs and review as provided by project management team.
  • Make final recommendations as to fee, contingency and escalation.
  • Provide man hour quotes for required estimating effort.
  • Develop strategy on contract partnering agreements.
  • Prepare and present estimating data for risk review process.
  • Verify and approve estimates for joint venture reviews.
  • Review commercial terms and conditions and address risk issues.
  • Review and validate value engineering items, alternates and options.
  • Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
  • Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
  • Train and mentor staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, and 7 years of direct project estimating experience required.
  • Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Expert with Microsoft Office, ConEst and K-base.
  • OSHA 10-hour certification required.



ESPO Corporation
www.espocorp.com
630-789-2525
View all open jobs at www.espocorp.com/jobs

Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.

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