Construction Estimator: MTO, Bids & VE

Jobot; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Estimator in the Fairfax, VA area to lead quantity takeoffs, develop cost estimates, and manage bid solicitations for construction projects. You will oversee subcontractor management, apply value engineering, prepare conceptual estimates, review specs, and collaborate with project teams to control costs and schedules.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a construction-related field, at least five years of experience, and proficiency with MS Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' construction estimating experience.
• Proficiency in quantity takeoffs, bid solicitation, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quantity takeoffs and prepare cost estimates for construction projects.
• Manage bid solicitation process, ensuring all relevant details are considered and accurately represented.
• Oversee construction subcontractor management, ensuring all subcontractors deliver quality work within budget and time constraints.
• Utilize value engineering principles to identify potential cost savings without compromising project quality or timelines.
• Develop conceptual estimates to assist in early stage project planning and decision making.
• Review project specifications and identify any potential issues or areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers and other team members to ensure all cost considerations are accounted for and budgets are adhered to.
• Continually monitor project costs, identifying any variances and working to rectify these promptly.
• Prepare reports and presentations on project estimates and costs for senior management.

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Bid solicitation

Subcontractor management

Value engineering

Conceptual estimating

MTO

MS Office

Estimating software

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced Estimator in the Fairfax, VA area to lead quantity takeoffs, develop cost estimates, and manage bid solicitations for construction projects. You will oversee subcontractor management, apply value engineering, prepare conceptual estimates, review specs, and collaborate with project teams to control costs and schedules.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a construction-related field, at least five years of experience, and proficiency with MS Office and