Senior Construction Cost Estimator — Lead Estimating Team

MBP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-annual bonuses

Generous Paid Time Off

Employer paid medical, dental, vision,

Job summary

MBP seeks a Senior Cost Estimator in Raleigh, NC or the Mid-Atlantic region to lead cost estimating on large construction projects. The role requires reviewing plans, coordinating estimators, and delivering competitive, accurate estimates for GMP or similar contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, professional licensure or certifications preferred, and experience with value engineering, risk management, and post-construction analyses.

Qualifications

• Significant cost estimating experience on vertical/horizontal construction projects.
• Experience in A/E/C industry preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP or similar contract types is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
• Prepare and present final estimate deliverables to clients.
• Mentor junior estimators and support project managers.
• Lead estimate reconciliations with clients/contractors.
• Support post-construction cost analyses and change orders.
• Manage project budgets and invoices.
• Prepare project fee proposals.
• Coordinate resources across estimating team.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Cost estimating leadership

Reading plans & specs

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

BlueBeam / quantity take-off software

Training & supervision

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

P.E. license, CCM, CCP, CEP preferred

Tools

BlueBeam

Excel

PowerPoint

Quantity take-off software

Job description

MBP seeks a Senior Cost Estimator in Raleigh, NC or the Mid-Atlantic region to lead cost estimating on large construction projects. The role requires reviewing plans, coordinating estimators, and delivering competitive, accurate estimates for GMP or similar contracts.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, professional licensure or certifications preferred, and experience with value engineering, risk management, and post-construction analyses.