Project Manager - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical/dental insurance

401(K) plan

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is looking for a Construction Estimator in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and be skilled in various estimating formats. Responsibilities include preparing change orders, estimating services, and conducting market research. Competitive salary between $115,000.00 and $145,000.00 per year along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimation.
• Able to pass a HSPD-12 background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform change order estimates.
• Prepare market research studies for cost estimating.
• Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
• Track and compare planned vs actual time and cost results.

Skills

Cost estimating in various formats (UNIFORMAT)

Understanding cost databases (e.g., RS Means)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

On-screen take-off (OST)

Education

ASPE or AACEI Certification

Tools

MII (MCACES)

SUCCESS Estimator

GSA Cost Estimating Workbook

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high-impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon now seeks a Construction Estimator for a long-term opportunity in the Chicago, IL area. This candidate should have 5+ years of experience specializing in a wide range of projects including, but not limited to, office, k-12, Colleges, Airports, Land Port of Entry, Courthouses, Laboratories, commercial fit-outs, hotels, hospitals mixed-use facilities.

Requirements

• Able to estimate in various formats (UNIFORMAT) and divisions (CSI)
• An understanding of how to use different cost databases such as RS Means
• ASPE or AACEI Certification preferred
• Able to pass a HSPD-12 background check
• Computer Programs:
• On-screen take-off (OST) required
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) required
• MII (MCACES) preferred
• SUCCESS Estimator preferred
• GSA Cost Estimating Workbook preferred

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform change order estimates
• Prepare market research studies for cost estimating
• Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes
• Prepare and provide estimating services which include conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction level estimates
• Prepare Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs) for construction projects, AE studies, or maintenance work during the planning phase
• Track and compare planned vs. actual time and cost results and make recommendations to correct either positive or negative variances
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Develop RFIs and clarifications to ensure adequate subcontractor coverage

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience. Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan.

Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr