Senior Cost Estimator (Full-Time)
$100,000–$130,000 year
RemoteUnited States or Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
United States or Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesRemoteFull Time$100,000–$130,000 yearSenior LevelMedium
Full TimeSenior LevelMedium
Job Summary
Perform quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades while preparing final deliverable documentation for clients. Review contractor and designer estimates to lead or support reconciliations, develop change order requests, and manage project budgets and invoices. Coordinate resources with project managers, analyze post-construction costs, and train junior estimators. This full-time role in Raleigh, NC, or the Mid-Atlantic region offers a base salary of $100,000 to $130,000 with bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience that equates to this degree
- Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Proficiency with BlueBeam and/or other quantity take-off software programs
- Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in A/E/C industry preferred
- Additional experience in one or more of the following: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration
- P.E. license, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), and/or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) certification preferred
- Experience providing training, supervision, proposal development, and business development desired
- Occasional overnight travel may be required
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