Senior Estimator: Lead Bid Strategy & Cost Planning

Chesapeake Contracting Group; Herndon (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

State-of-the-art technology

New office spaces

Healthcare

401K match

Wellness programs

Advancement opportunities

Leadership training

Job summary

Chesapeake Contracting Group is seeking a Sr. Estimator to analyze project documents and produce cost estimates for competitive bid proposals. The role may be based in Owings Mills, Herndon, or Annapolis, coordinating with the project management team on turnover.

The Sr. Estimator will review plans, identify risks, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop bid tabulations. Strong proficiency in estimating software and MS Office is essential, with leadership in a team setting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in estimating software, especially On-Screen Takeoff and Bluebeam.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of trades in Divisions 2-16.
• Able to work in a team and under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Willing to follow Chesapeake Contracting Group’s policies and Core Values.
• Able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Guide teams through full bid lifecycle and handovers.
• Review plans and specs and confirm complete scope.
• Identify risk issues and quantify magnitude.
• Manage responses to invitations to bid.
• Perform quantity takeoff.
• Participate in conceptual budgeting with oversight.
• Develop tab sheets and bid tabulations for own trades.
• Coordinate scopes with bid team.
• Prepare qualifications/exclusions for trades.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend subcontractor networking events.

Skills

Estimating software proficiency

Mathematical skills

Team collaboration

Communication under pressure

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Chesapeake Contracting Group is seeking a Sr. Estimator to analyze project documents and produce cost estimates for competitive bid proposals. The role may be based in Owings Mills, Herndon, or Annapolis, coordinating with the project management team on turnover.

The Sr. Estimator will review plans, identify risks, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop bid tabulations. Strong proficiency in estimating software and MS Office is essential, with leadership in a team setting.