Senior Estimator: Complex Projects & Value Engineering

Consigli Construction; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead the cost-driven estimation for complex, large-scale projects within the Estimating division. You will coordinate with design teams, clients, and subcontractors to develop accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.

The role emphasizes value engineering, risk analysis, and GMP budgeting, with a focus on building strong relationships and delivering bids that meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management; 3+ years in estimating field.
• 8+ years of experience in construction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Proficiency in specialized estimating software.
• Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure estimating process runs smoothly and client expectations are exceeded.
• Build relationships with clients, designers and subcontractors.
• Analyze drawings, specs, proposals to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Facilitate collaboration among team members.
• Communicate with all stakeholders.
• Participate in business development activities, presentations and interviews.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for materials and labor.
• Understand full scope of the project through document review and questions to the design team and owner.
• Prepare value engineering and risk analysis.
• Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate.
• Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates.
• Manage subcontractor solicitation & selection process.
• Prepare Exhibit B/scope sheets.
• Ensure quality control of bids and estimates.
• Prepare an in-house budget and GMP.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Consigli Construction in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead the cost-driven estimation for complex, large-scale projects within the Estimating division. You will coordinate with design teams, clients, and subcontractors to develop accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.

The role emphasizes value engineering, risk analysis, and GMP budgeting, with a focus on building strong relationships and delivering bids that meet client expectations.