Senior Life Sciences Estimator & Strategy Lead

DPR Construction; Columbia (MD); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

DPR Construction is seeking a seasoned estimator to lead the development and execution of cost estimates for complex, high-value projects in the United States. This role influences acquisition, profitability and organizational growth by guiding risk analysis and pricing with cross-functional teams.

With 6–8 years in estimating or related fields, you will mentor others, optimize processes, and advance benchmarking methods while collaborating with Family of Companies and Self-Perform teams to

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Leads the preparation and validation of comprehensive cost estimates for complex or high-value projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Directs multidisciplinary teams in the review of project documentation, risk analysis, and constructability assessments to optimize estimate quality and project outcomes.
• Develops and implements advanced estimating tools, methodologies, and benchmarking processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency across the organization.
• Advises executive leadership and project sponsors on cost strategies, risk mitigation, and leads value engineering price efforts supporting strategic decision-making.
• Negotiates with vendors, subcontractors, and partners to secure optimal pricing and contractual terms for major project components.
• Drives continuous improvement by evaluating estimating performance, capturing lessons learned, and institutionalizing leading practices.
• Mentors team members by sharing expertise, resources and guidance on complex estimating processes and procedures.

Conocimientos

Estimating

Cost analysis

Project controls

Vendor negotiation

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Descripción del empleo

DPR Construction is seeking a seasoned estimator to lead the development and execution of cost estimates for complex, high-value projects in the United States. This role influences acquisition, profitability and organizational growth by guiding risk analysis and pricing with cross-functional teams.

With 6–8 years in estimating or related fields, you will mentor others, optimize processes, and advance benchmarking methods while collaborating with Family of Companies and Self-Perform teams to