Estimator

Clark Construction Group, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group, LLC is seeking a highly analytical Construction Estimator in McLean, Virginia. This role focuses on cost modeling and design-build proposals for high-profile regional projects.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience, a strong background in estimating large-scale projects, and proficiency in digital construction tools. This position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication across various project phases.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and comply with a drug-free workplace policy.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5+ years of dedicated estimating experience.
• Experience with large-scale projects ($50M+) across various sectors.
• Capability to pass federal background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Build comprehensive scopes of work and lead trade leveling sessions.
• Identify cost-effective design alternatives that align with requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to transition winning bids.

Skills

Cost modeling

Bid preparation

Communication

Visual acuity

Digital construction workflows

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

Beck DESTINI Estimator

Building Connected

Togal.AI

Bluebeam

AGTEK Earthwork

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Construction Estimator to take ownership of complex preconstruction lifecycles. In this role, you will perform cost modeling, hard bids, and design-build proposals for high-profile regional projects. You will collaborate directly with trade partners to deliver precise, competitive, and value-engineered estimates that ensure project success from day one.

Responsibilities

• Build comprehensive scopes of work, lead trade leveling sessions, and ensure total coverage on bid days.
• Identify creative, cost-effective design alternatives that align with architectural intent and local code restrictions.
• Partner closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to transition winning bids seamlessly into the operations phase.

Physical Requirements

The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you will also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites. You must be able to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion.

Basic Qualifications

• 2 to 5+ years of dedicated estimating experience.
• Experience estimating large-scale projects ($50M+) across diverse sectors such as multi-family residential, healthcare, higher education, or federal infrastructure.
• Mastery of modern digital construction workflows, specifically Beck DESTINI Estimator, Building Connected, Togal.AI, Bluebeam, and AGTEK Earthwork.
• Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical discipline.
• Capability to pass standard federal background screenings to access local government, secure agency, and institutional project sites.

Additional Qualifications

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes.

Legal Notice

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must have a pre-employment drug fitness‑for‑duty screening and comply with random quarterly drug fitness‑for‑duty tests.

Authorization to work: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis to be considered.