Senior Federal Cost Estimator – Construction Projects

Bodwe Professional Services, LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Bodwe Professional Services, LLC seeks an experienced Cost Estimator to develop independent government cost estimates for long-term and maintenance projects supporting the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, Maryland.

This role supports construction and facility engineering operations and requires coordination with government stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture, at least five years of federal construction cost estimating experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction and cost estimating experience in federal construction projects.
• Experience managing or supporting construction projects through estimating, planning, execution, and closeout phases.
• Strong knowledge of construction management principles, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Government security clearance(s).
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day project management support for assigned construction and facility engineering projects
• Support the COR and/or senior project leadership in the execution of contract requirements
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and facility personnel
• Review construction schedules, design documents, drawings, and submittals for contract conformance
• Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
• Identify construction issues and field conditions; support development of practical solutions
• Assist with preparation of Statements of Work (SOWs), cost estimates, and contract modifications
• Support acquisition activities including responding to contractor questions and participating in site visits
• Attend and support contractor/Government meetings and project coordination sessions
• Draft technical input for change orders and contract adjustments
• Ensure contractor deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements
• Support reporting, documentation, and project status updates for Government stakeholders
• Assist with project closeout and turnover activities

Skills

Cost estimating

Project management

Federal contracting knowledge

Stakeholder coordination

Technical communication

Education

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

Job description

Bodwe Professional Services, LLC seeks an experienced Cost Estimator to develop independent government cost estimates for long-term and maintenance projects supporting the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, Maryland.

This role supports construction and facility engineering operations and requires coordination with government stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture, at least five years of federal construction cost estimating experience, and