Senior Estimator-Federal Construction
About The Position
The Senior Estimator – Federal will lead the development of accurate, competitive, and compliant cost proposals for federal and DoD construction projects. This individual will play a critical role in pursuit strategy, subcontractor engagement, and executive-level pricing decisions. The position requires deep experience with federal acquisition processes, pricing structures, and proposal compliance, along with the technical expertise to build detailed bottom-up estimates across multiple contract delivery methods. Working closely with Operations, Project Management, Scheduling, Safety, QA/QC, and Business Development teams, the Senior Estimator will ensure cost proposals align with project scope, risk considerations, and overall company strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline
- 7+ years of construction estimating experience
- Strong experience estimating federal or Department of Defense construction projects
- Demonstrated project pricing experience with agencies such as: USACE NAVFAC AFCEC GSA
- Advanced ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and solicitation documents
- Experience leading estimates for both Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build procurements
- Familiarity with federal procurement regulations, wage determinations, and subcontracting requirements
- Ability to manage multiple pursuits simultaneously in deadline-driven environments
- ConstructConnect / SmartBid
- Pipeline Suite
- HCSS
- Sage
- Trimble or similar systems
Nice To Haves
- Experience estimating projects for NAVFAC, USACE, or other DoD agencies
- Experience with IDIQ/MATOC contract vehicles
- Experience working on active military installations
- Familiarity with UFGS specifications and Division 01
- Experience working OCONUS, particularly in: Guam Hawaii Indo-Pacific region
Responsibilities
- Leading detailed bottom-up estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor scopes, indirect costs, escalation, contingencies, and risk allowances
- Interpreting and applying RFP/RFQ requirements, specifications, drawings, and wage determinations
- Developing pricing strategies aligned with federal acquisition methods such as Best Value, LPTA, and negotiated procurements
- Soliciting, analyzing, and qualifying subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Supporting proposal teams through pricing narratives, Basis of Estimate (BOE), and price justification documentation
- Identifying cost, scope, and schedule risks and advising leadership on mitigation strategies
- Maintaining strong estimating quality controls to minimize omissions and pricing exposure
- Mentoring junior estimators and contributing to continuous improvement of estimating practices
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities to work on high-profile federal and DoD construction programs
- Career advancement within a growing federal construction platform
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
