Disaster Recovery Cost Estimator (Remote/Hybrid)

Tetra Tech; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to support FEMA Public Assistance and disaster recovery programs across the United States. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates for infrastructure restoration, evaluating damaged facilities, and preparing documentation suitable for audit and funding determinations.

This on-call position may be remote, field-based, or hybrid depending on client needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in construction estimating or related field.
• Experience creating conceptual, parametric, and detailed cost estimates.
• Experience estimating labor, equipment, materials, and construction costs.
• Proficient with MS Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Support FEMA Public Assistance and other disaster recovery cost estimating.
• Prepare conceptual, parametric, and bottom-up estimates for projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and cost documentation for accuracy.
• Develop labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor, and general conditions costs.
• Maintain clear, defensible estimate documentation for audit.

Skills

Construction estimating

Cost estimating

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

MS Office (Excel)

Team collaboration

Independent work

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Professional credential (PE/RA/CCP)

Tools

RSMeans

Xactimate

FEMA CEF

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to support FEMA Public Assistance and disaster recovery programs across the United States. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates for infrastructure restoration, evaluating damaged facilities, and preparing documentation suitable for audit and funding determinations.

This on-call position may be remote, field-based, or hybrid depending on client needs.