Remote Federal Construction Estimator – Cost & Bids Lead

OESC (Oneida ESC Group); Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days PTO

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement/EAP

Wellness program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

General Mechanical Corporation (GMC) is seeking a Federal Construction Estimator for a full-time remote position. You will calculate major cost estimates for federal projects, participate in planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution, and work with management to meet bid deadlines.

The role requires at least 5 years in federal estimation, knowledge of federal solicitations, strong research and proposal skills, and the ability to travel about 20%.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal solicitations and compliant bid preparation.
• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in federal construction.
• Exceptional time management, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
• Brilliant management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to closely collaborate with other project teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of best industry practices and standards.
• Advanced computer skills and demonstrable competency with software.
• Skilled with drawing reviews and quantity take-offs.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Determining the total cost of materials, equipment, utilities, and labor for construction projects.
• Researching construction documents and analyzing specifications.
• Preparing estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling project work.
• Managing pre-qualification and pre-bid submissions.
• Preparing subcontractor scopes of work and subcontractor bid package requirements.
• Evaluating subcontractor proposals for scope gaps and leveling competitive subcontractor proposals.
• Preparing estimates to meet project goals, such as setting work hours, sequencing tasks, obtaining materials, and securing the best deals with vendors and subcontractors.
• Ensuring that relevant documents and budgets are submitted before a bid deadline.
• Regularly reporting to Management and keeping clients updated on the project status.
• Formulating contingency plans and effectively managing risks that might impact cost and time estimates.
• Keeping track of the latest estimating technology and industry-related techniques.
• Collaborating with other teams, conducting site visits, and providing other services, like bid deliveries, when required.

Skills

Federal estimation

Bid preparation

Proposal writing

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Time management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Civil/Architectural Eng or CM degree

Job description

General Mechanical Corporation (GMC) is seeking a Federal Construction Estimator for a full-time remote position. You will calculate major cost estimates for federal projects, participate in planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution, and work with management to meet bid deadlines.

The role requires at least 5 years in federal estimation, knowledge of federal solicitations, strong research and proposal skills, and the ability to travel about 20%.