Senior Cost Estimator - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical/dental insurance

401(K) plan

Competitive salaries

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with over 7 years of experience in various projects. The role requires estimating skills, proficiency in cost databases, and the ability to work on-site. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cost estimation for various projects.
• Ability to work on client sites in the DC metro area.
• Strong analytical skills to track cost benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform change order estimates and prepare market research studies.
• Develop basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.

Skills

Estimating in various formats (UNIFORMAT)

Understanding of cost databases (RS Means)

AACEI Certification

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to pass HSPD-12 background check

Tools

On-screen take-off (OST)

MII (MCACES)

SUCCESS Estimator

GSA Cost Estimating Workbook

Job description

Procon Consulting seeks a Senior Cost Estimator for a long-term opportunity in Washington, DC. This candidate should have 7+ years of experience in a wide range of projects including office, K-12, Colleges, Airports, Land Port of Entry, Courthouses, Laboratories, commercial fit-outs, hotels, hospitals, mixed-use facilities. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.

Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Perform change order estimates
• Prepare market research studies for cost estimating
• Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes
• Prepare and provide estimating services which include conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction level estimates
• Prepare Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs) for construction projects, AE studies, or maintenance work during the planning phase
• Track and compare planned vs. actual time and cost results and make recommendations to correct either positive or negative variances
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Develop RFIs and clarifications to ensure adequate subcontractor coverage

Qualifications and skills

• Able to estimate in various formats (UNIFORMAT) and divisions (CSI)
• An understanding of how to use different cost databases such as RS Means
• ASPE or AACEI Certification preferred
• Able to pass a HSPD-12 background check
• Able to work on a client site in the DC metro area
• Computer Programs:
• On-screen take-off (OST) required
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) required
• MII (MCACES) preferred
• SUCCESS Estimator preferred
• GSA Cost Estimating Workbook preferred

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience. Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Seniorities and employment type

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time

Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with a history of delivering high‑impact projects and shaping the built environment.