Senior Estimator: Lead Complex, High-Value Projects

mydpr; North Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction seeks an experienced Estimator Lead to drive complex project cost estimates, influence acquisition, profitability and organizational growth. You will mentor teams, optimize processes, and align estimating with business goals across families of companies.

Responsibilities include leading cost estimation, risk analysis, benchmarking, and negotiations with vendors; you will partner across disciplines and with sponsors to deliver actionable insights and value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 6–8 years of estimating or cost analysis experience.
• 1–2 years of managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and validation of cost estimates for complex or high-value projects.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams in document reviews, risk analysis, and constructability assessments.
• Develop and implement advanced estimating tools, methodologies and benchmarking processes.
• Advise leadership on cost strategies, risk mitigation, and value engineering efforts.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors, subcontractors, and partners for major components.
• Mentor team members in complex estimating processes and procedures.

Skills

Cost estimation

Project controls

Vendor negotiation

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering/architecture

Job description

DPR Construction seeks an experienced Estimator Lead to drive complex project cost estimates, influence acquisition, profitability and organizational growth. You will mentor teams, optimize processes, and align estimating with business goals across families of companies.

Responsibilities include leading cost estimation, risk analysis, benchmarking, and negotiations with vendors; you will partner across disciplines and with sponsors to deliver actionable insights and value.