Senior Cost Estimator — Hybrid, Growth & Leadership Path

Becker & Frondorf; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Job summary

Becker & Frondorf, an independent cost estimating and owner's representative firm, is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with strong conceptual estimating experience to join our team in Philadelphia. This full-time, hybrid role involves developing estimates across all project phases and collaborating with clients on active projects.

The ideal candidate is analytical and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects with high accuracy, and prepared to grow with the firm into leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM, Eng, Arch or related field.
• 5-7 years of construction cost estimating including conceptual estimates across multiple design phases.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with cost estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction document cost estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs and pricing across all CSI construction divisions, including sitework, structural, architectural, and MEP systems.
• Analyze drawings, narratives, and specifications to determine project scope, assumptions, and cost risks.
• Provide estimate revisions, value engineering options, and cost-savings alternatives.
• Participate in reconciliation with contractors, architects, and engineers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Client-focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Excel

Cost estimating software

TogAL.AI takeoff

Job description

Becker & Frondorf, an independent cost estimating and owner's representative firm, is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with strong conceptual estimating experience to join our team in Philadelphia. This full-time, hybrid role involves developing estimates across all project phases and collaborating with clients on active projects.

The ideal candidate is analytical and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects with high accuracy, and prepared to grow with the firm into leadership