Government Estimator | InEight Expert | Hybrid

1 Resource Group; Marana (AZ); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

1 Resource Group Staffing seeks an experienced Estimator to join a government-focused construction and infrastructure contractor. The role requires a deep understanding of federal, state, and municipal contracting and proven InEight estimating experience.

The Estimator will lead preconstruction efforts, prepare detailed cost breakdowns, analyze project documents, and collaborate with project management, procurement, and executive leadership to ensure bids meet technical, contractual, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in construction, preferably with government projects.
• FAR/DFARS knowledge and contract compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specs.
• Experience with government contracting environments and bid reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of cost estimates for government projects (civil, industrial, infrastructure).
• Use InEight to manage estimates, cost databases, and bid proposals.
• Analyze blueprints, specs, and documents to define scope and requirements.
• Review RFQs/RFPs for FAR/DFARS compliance and bid integrity.
• Perform quantity take-offs, material pricing, labor analysis, and subcontractor evaluations.
• Collaborate with PMs and engineers to identify risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare cost summaries and reports for executive review and client submission.
• Participate in bid reviews, negotiations, and project handoffs.
• Maintain estimating standards, pricing data, and historical cost records in InEight.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

InEight

Job description

1 Resource Group Staffing seeks an experienced Estimator to join a government-focused construction and infrastructure contractor. The role requires a deep understanding of federal, state, and municipal contracting and proven InEight estimating experience.

The Estimator will lead preconstruction efforts, prepare detailed cost breakdowns, analyze project documents, and collaborate with project management, procurement, and executive leadership to ensure bids meet technical, contractual, and