Disaster Recovery Cost Estimator (Field/Remote)

Tetra Tech; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and market-competitive 0

Merit-based financial rewards

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking experienced Cost Estimators to support FEMA Public Assistance and disaster recovery programs nationwide. You will develop accurate, defensible cost estimates for infrastructure restoration, emergency work, and permanent work projects, evaluating damages and validating project scopes.

This on-call cadre position may be remote, field-based, or hybrid, requiring collaboration with engineers, architects, environmental specialists, and grant professionals to ensure compliant

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in construction estimating, engineering, architecture, construction management, or related discipline.
• Experience developing conceptual, parametric, and detailed cost estimates for infrastructure or facility projects.
• Experience estimating labor, equipment, material, and construction costs.
• Familiarity with modern construction practices and project scope development.

Responsibilities

• Support FEMA Public Assistance and disaster recovery programs through scoping, damage assessment, and cost estimating.
• Develop labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor, and general conditions cost estimates.
• Review engineering reports, plans, and cost documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide technical estimating expertise to project managers and applicant representatives.
• Maintain project records and supporting documentation for audit and program reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Professional credentials (PE/RA/CCP)

Tools

RSMeans

Xactimate

FEMA CEF

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking experienced Cost Estimators to support FEMA Public Assistance and disaster recovery programs nationwide. You will develop accurate, defensible cost estimates for infrastructure restoration, emergency work, and permanent work projects, evaluating damages and validating project scopes.

This on-call cadre position may be remote, field-based, or hybrid, requiring collaboration with engineers, architects, environmental specialists, and grant professionals to ensure compliant