Construction Estimator - Job Order Contracting
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
JOC Estimator at CMC Development & Construction responsible for developing accurate, compliant, and competitive cost estimates within Job Order Contracting program frameworks. Manages the full estimating lifecycle—from initial site walks and scope development through UPB line-item pricing, coefficient application, stakeholder negotiation, and audit-ready documentation. Works across public-sector client environments including K-12 education, higher education, and healthcare facilities, bringing deep understanding of coefficient-based pricing models and program compliance. Collaborates with clients and contractors to define, validate, and refine project scope and to align pricing with contract terms and program guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of direct, hands-on experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC) programs in a construction or owner's representative capacity
- Demonstrated proficiency with Unit Price Book (UPB) pricing, coefficient-based models, and JOC program compliance
- Experience with public sector construction clients, particularly K-12 education, higher education, or healthcare facilities
- Strong ability to read and interpret full construction document sets — architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings and specifications
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to documentation accuracy and audit readiness
- Effective communication and stakeholder collaboration skills; comfortable presenting estimates and cost justifications to clients and agency representatives
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment
- Knowledge of public procurement processes, contract compliance requirements, and government contracting environments
- Integrity-first mindset aligned with CMC's values and commitment to transparent, ethical client relationships
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