Senior Estimator – Civil/Structural Projects – NoVa

The Resume Database; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High annual bonus potential

Job summary

The Resume Database is seeking a Senior Estimator in Virginia to lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for civil, structural, and building projects. You will develop budgets, GMP proposals, and bidder lists while building strong owner, architect, engineer, and subcontractor relationships.

You will drive value engineering, analyze proposals, support GMP discussions, and mentor the estimating team. A strong background in civil/structural construction and 10+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of preconstruction and estimating experience.
• Strong background in civil and structural construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience preparing estimates from conceptual design through GMP development.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Proficiency with estimating, scheduling, and quantity takeoff software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• OSHA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating activities for civil, structural, and building construction projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new project opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop project budgets and GMP proposals.
• Create bidder lists and solicit pricing from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure complete scope coverage and cost competitiveness.
• Participate in client presentations, budget reviews, and GMP discussions.
• Collaborate with design teams to identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Maintain historical cost databases and market pricing information.
• Assist with construction planning, project phasing, logistics planning, and preliminary schedules.
• Attend owner, architect, engineer, and consultant meetings throughout the preconstruction process.
• Support project turnover activities and partner with operations teams to ensure a seamless transition.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate project progress and compare field conditions with estimating assumptions.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the estimating and preconstruction team.
• Serve as a key Senior Estimator supporting both public and private sector projects.
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic resource throughout the project lifecycle as a Senior Estimator.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Relationship-building

Leadership

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

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

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Quantity takeoff software

Job description

October 18, 2026

• Previously Awarded 'General Contractor of the Year'
• High Annual Bonus Potential

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established construction and infrastructure firm with more than a century of industry experience delivering transportation, government, healthcare, education, commercial, and municipal projects. The organization is recognized for its collaborative culture, strong industry reputation, and commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. The Senior Estimator will play a critical role in project pursuit strategy, client development, and preconstruction leadership, while working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator seeking long-term growth, leadership exposure, and involvement in high-profile projects.

Job Description

• Lead preconstruction and estimating activities for civil, structural, and building construction projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new project opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop project budgets and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals.
• Create bidder lists and solicit pricing from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure complete scope coverage and cost competitiveness.
• Participate in client presentations, budget reviews, and GMP discussions.
• Collaborate with design teams to identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Maintain historical cost databases and market pricing information.
• Assist with construction planning, project phasing, logistics planning, and preliminary schedules.
• Attend owner, architect, engineer, and consultant meetings throughout the preconstruction process.
• Support project turnover activities and partner with operations teams to ensure a seamless transition.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate project progress and compare field conditions with estimating assumptions.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the estimating and preconstruction team.
• Serve as a key Senior Estimator supporting both public and private sector projects.
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic resource throughout the project lifecycle as a Senior Estimator.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of preconstruction and estimating experience.
• Strong background in civil and structural construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience preparing estimates from conceptual design through GMP development.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Proficiency with estimating, scheduling, and quantity takeoff software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• OSHA certification preferred.

What's on Offer

Compensation

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $200,000
• Eligibility for Year-End Bonus

Work Schedule

• Standard schedule of approximately 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• Additional hours may be required based on project demands and critical construction activities