Construction Cost Estimator & Budget Planner

GSA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Paid holidays

Transit subsidy

Training and development

Job summary

GSA is seeking a Construction Control Representative (Cost Estimator) to guide personnel on Architect/Engineering and Construction costs. The role involves preparing bid-level cost estimates, reviewing proposals, and providing expert analysis to ensure projects stay within budget.

Collaboration with design teams and contract specialists is essential. The position requires experience with cost estimating software, data analysis, and cost control across varied project types, including renovations

Qualifications

• Experience preparing detailed cost estimates for new construction, modernization, renovation, repair, alteration and lease-construction projects.
• Experience gathering data, analyzing estimates and developing proposals for changes involving building modifications.
• Ensuring cost estimate consistency across diverse project types.
• Providing guidance and analysis on construction costs (materials, labor, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates with bid-level detail for construction projects.
• Review, verify, and approve estimates and price proposals.
• Develop quantity takeoffs and parametric/definitive estimates.
• Coordinate with Contract Specialist on contract lifecycle for external services.

Skills

Cost estimating software

Data analysis

Budgeting and cost control

Contract cost guidance

Job description

GSA is seeking a Construction Control Representative (Cost Estimator) to guide personnel on Architect/Engineering and Construction costs. The role involves preparing bid-level cost estimates, reviewing proposals, and providing expert analysis to ensure projects stay within budget.

Collaboration with design teams and contract specialists is essential. The position requires experience with cost estimating software, data analysis, and cost control across varied project types, including renovations