Federal Construction Estimator – Bids & Value Engineering

AmeriTech Contracting LLC; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ameritech Contracting is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates across design stages, coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams, and support bid development including federal contracting. The role requires four years of estimating experience, strong Excel and estimating software skills, ability to read drawings, and clear communication.

Federal project experience with potential security clearance is a plus; the candidate will help manage risk, pricing

Qualifications

• Minimum four years’ construction estimating experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and common estimating platforms.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Federal project experience preferred with ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop estimates from conceptual through final design.
• Maintain cost models, templates, and historical pricing databases for continuous improvement.
• Solicit, evaluate, level, and track subcontractor and vendor proposals across multiple trades.
• Manage RFIs, scope clarifications, and documentation for assigned trades.
• Interpret RFP/RFQ documents, respond to government solicitation requirements, and ensure FAR/DFARS compliance.
• Lead scope review meetings with internal stakeholders to identify gaps and risks.
• Provide value engineering options and develop alternates to enhance pricing competitiveness.
• Support bid strategy development including contingency assessment and risk mitigation planning.
• Assist with preconstruction schedules, phasing plans, and logistical planning for proposals.
• Prepare written narratives, clarifications, and supporting documentation for bid packages.
• Work with project management during project turnover to ensure smooth transition.

Skills

Estimating

MS Office

Reading drawings

Communication

Independent work

Federal contracts

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ameritech Contracting is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates across design stages, coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams, and support bid development including federal contracting. The role requires four years of estimating experience, strong Excel and estimating software skills, ability to read drawings, and clear communication.

Federal project experience with potential security clearance is a plus; the candidate will help manage risk, pricing