Senior Estimator

APTIM•Denver, CO

1d•$110,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

APTIM is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a wide range of construction and environmental projects, with a strong emphasis on federal government clients, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), FEMA, and other state and local agencies. The ideal candidate is a strategic estimator with extensive experience preparing conceptual, parametric, and detailed bottom-up estimates throughout the project lifecycle. This individual will serve as a technical leader, collaborating with Business Development, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Proposal teams to develop winning pricing strategies and high-quality proposals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Cost Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
5–10 years of construction and/or environmental industry experience, preferably supporting federal government projects.
5–7 years of estimating and preconstruction experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting projects for DoD, DOE, FEMA, USACE, GSA, or other federal, state, or local government agencies.
Strong experience developing detailed bottom-up estimates as well as conceptual, ROM, and parametric estimates.
Proficiency with estimating software such as InEight, Sage Estimating (Timberline), RSMeans, or similar industry platforms.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, cost models, and data analysis.
Working knowledge of contracts, subcontracts, scheduling, procurement, and change order management.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and perform effectively in a fast-paced proposal environment.
Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or equivalent professional certification.
Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS) and government procurement processes.
Experience developing estimating databases, assemblies, cost models, and standardized estimating procedures.
Experience supporting large, complex, multi-discipline proposal efforts exceeding $25 million in construction value.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of construction cost estimates from conceptual planning through detailed design and final proposal submission.
Prepare accurate estimates using limited or evolving project information by applying industry expertise, historical data, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
Develop and review conceptual, ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude), parametric, and detailed bottom-up estimates for a variety of project types.
Lead major proposal estimating efforts, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver complete and competitive pricing packages.
Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate subcontractor and vendor quotations into project estimates.
Perform constructability reviews and identify project risks, assumptions, and cost drivers to improve estimate accuracy.
Develop pricing strategies, labor billing rate schedules, indirect cost allocations, and estimate documentation for multiple contract types.
Review estimates prepared by other team members and provide technical guidance and mentorship to promote estimating best practices.
Support proposal development activities by collaborating with Business Development and Capture teams to develop competitive solutions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating processes, tools, databases, cost assemblies, and standardized estimating models.
Present estimate assumptions, methodologies, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and project stakeholders.
Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting aggressive proposal schedules and maintaining a high level of accuracy.