DFH Project Manager/Estimator

DPR•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The DFH Project Manager/Estimator prepares detailed and accurate Self-Perform Work (SPW) cost estimates to support project planning, bidding, and operational decision-making. The role applies technical knowledge of materials, labor, and production methods to evaluate SPW scopes across multiple trades, collaborating with project, field, and operations teams to ensure estimates reflect realistic production rates, current market conditions, and risk assessments. The position also contributes to continuous improvement of SPW estimating tools and data management practices. DPR describes its culture as purpose-driven and based on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action, respect for individuals, integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness, and an ever-forward mindset. DPR is a private, employee-owned, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects across advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
4–6 years of experience in estimating, preconstruction, or cost analysis for self-perform or construction projects.

Responsibilities

Prepare comprehensive SPW cost estimates integrating material, labor, equipment, and production data for multiple scopes.
Analyze drawings, models, and specifications to validate quantities, identify risks, and confirm scope completeness.
Collaborate with field leaders, engineers, and project teams to verify production rates and align estimates with execution plans.
Coordinate with procurement teams to evaluate vendor and supplier pricing for SPW materials and equipment.
Level supplier and trade partner bids for SPW work, ensure proposals are consistent with project assumptions, and identify variances.
Develop variance analyses and cost studies to support value engineering and constructability discussions.
Coordinate with scheduling and operations teams to ensure SPW scope aligns with phasing, access, and sequencing plans.
Maintain historical cost and production data to support continuous improvement in estimating accuracy.
Communicate estimate assumptions, findings, and recommendations clearly to project stakeholders.
Identify SPW-related risks, constraints, and uncertainties and incorporate appropriate allowances or contingencies in partnership with operations teams.