Hybrid: Cost/Price Estimator

Planate Management Group; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

401K plan eligibility

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Job summary

Planate Management Group is seeking a Cost/Price Estimator to provide accurate cost and price analysis for construction and engineering projects in Annapolis, Maryland. The successful candidate will have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Responsibilities include executing project controls and supporting risk assessments. Full-time employees enjoy benefits including medical insurance, 401K eligibility, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a cost/price estimator in construction, engineering, or architectural fields.
• Strong understanding of cost structures and labor productivity.
• Familiarity with contract terms and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Execute construction estimating, project controls, and scheduling deliverables.
• Prepare detailed tables, figures, and reports for cost tracking.
• Review cost and pricing documents for accuracy.
• Conduct market research by contacting external vendors.

Skills

Strong understanding of construction methods

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration with contractors and engineers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking two experienced Cost/Price Estimatorto support our project. The Cost/Price Estimator will play a key role in delivering accurate cost and price analysis for construction, engineering, and architectural projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and supporting efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute construction estimating, project controls, and scheduling deliverables based on design plans, specifications, and site surveys
• Prepare detailed tables, figures, and reports for cost tracking and project control
• Review cost and pricing documents for accuracy, realism, and reasonableness
• Conduct market research by contacting external vendors and suppliers
• Evaluate subcontractor performance against scope, schedule, budget, and specifications
• Ensure all deliverables are high-quality and error-free through complete QA/QC reviews
• Support risk assessments related to cost, productivity, equipment requirements, and labor.

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Finance
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a cost/price estimator in construction, engineering, or architectural fields
• Strong understanding of construction methods, labor productivity, equipment requirements, and cost structures
• Experience producing competitive commercial estimates and assessing cost risks.
• Familiarity with contract terms, cost realism, and risk management
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, engineers, and government staff
• Ability to travel to any Port of Entry within client ‘span of control

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management and professional service solutions anywhere, anytime. We take Care of Our Own; personally, and professionally.

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K plan eligibility upon hire
• Health and Savings Account plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Offering
• Training and Development
• License/Certification support
• Recognition and Rewards program
• Travel Insurance

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!