Senior Cost Estimator (Full-Time)

MBP; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision benefits

Health Savings Account

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition Assistance

Training and Professional Development opportunities

Wellness Program

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to provide detailed cost estimating on various construction projects. This role requires prior experience in vertical and/or horizontal construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency with estimating software. Ideal candidates will possess a B.S. in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with a preference for additional certifications. The position is full-time and based in Vienna, Virginia, featuring competitive benefits and opportunities for bonuses.

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
• Prepares final deliverable documentation to clients.
• Performs quality checks of team members' estimates.
• Leads estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
• Develops change order requests.
• Manages project budgets and invoices.

Skills

Cost estimating

General contracting

Construction management

CPM scheduling

Value engineering

Risk management

Constructability review

Claims analysis

Contract administration

Microsoft Office

BlueBeam

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

P.E. license

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Certified Cost Professional (CCP)

Certified Estimating Professional (CEP)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

BlueBeam

Job description

Senior Cost Estimator (Full-Time)

Job Locations: US-NC-Raleigh, US-NC-Charlotte, US-VA-Vienna.

ID: 2026-2500

Category: Project Controls/Risk Management

Type: Full-Time Regular

Mar 09, 2026

Overview

MBP is looking for a Senior Estimator in Raleigh, NC, or the Mid-Atlantic region, with significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects during preconstruction. Candidate will have the capability to lead a team of estimators in the preparation and submission of large, complex estimating deliverables. Additional experience in one or more of the following is desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity take-offs and pricing for multiple trades.
• Prepares and presents final deliverable documentation to clients.
• Performs quality checks of fellow team members' estimates.
• Performs, reviews, and analyses contractor and/or designer estimates, with specific experience in GMP arrangements.
• Leads and/or supports estimate reconciliations with clients and contractors.
• Develops and/or reviews change order requests.
• Assists with development and/or analysis of post-construction cost analyses.
• Manages project-related budgets and invoices.
• Prepares project fee proposals.
• Coordinates resources and project workload with other estimating project managers.
• Participates in the training and development of junior estimators.

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing cost estimating on vertical and/or horizontal construction projects.
• Experience in A/E/C industry preferred.
• Additional experience in one or more of the following desired: general contracting, construction management, CPM scheduling, value engineering, risk management, constructability review, claims analysis, and/or contract administration.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Proficiency in reading/understanding construction plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Proficiency with BlueBeam and/or other quantity take-off software programs.
• Experience providing training, supervision, proposal development, and business development desired.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Education

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience that equates to this degree.
• P.E. license, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), and/or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) certification preferred.

STATUS

Full-time

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.