Construction Estimator — Government Projects, 401(k) & PTO

The Building People; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Building People is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare, analyze, and estimate costs for government facility construction projects in Washington, D.C. This role involves managing tenders, collaborating with various stakeholders, and maintaining accurate cost-monitoring systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in detailed cost estimating, and a strong ability to interpret construction drawings and blueprints. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating.
• Ability to manage construction project timelines.
• Experience collaborating with contractors and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze costs for government facility construction.
• Manage tendering and bidding processes.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders for feasibility studies.

Skills

Detailed estimates preparation

Reading construction drawings

Tendering and bidding process

Cost monitoring systems

Project management software

Public Trust clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Professional certification in estimating

Tools

Microsoft Project

R.S. Means Online Estimating System

Job description

The Building People is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare, analyze, and estimate costs for government facility construction projects in Washington, D.C. This role involves managing tenders, collaborating with various stakeholders, and maintaining accurate cost-monitoring systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in detailed cost estimating, and a strong ability to interpret construction drawings and blueprints. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.