Senior Manager, Project Estimating & Cost Strategy

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a Senior Manager, Project Estimating to lead a staff of engineers and construction professionals in preparing independent cost estimates and integrated total project cost and schedule estimates. The role requires enforcing WMATA procedures and guiding the department in cost engineering, forecasting, and reporting to managers and stakeholders.

You will drive process improvements and ensure timely, high‑quality deliverables for capital

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of estimating and cost analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor estimating staff to deliver accurate cost estimates for complex projects.
• Ensure estimates reflect WMATA requirements, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement standardized processes for total project cost and schedule development.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Cost analysis

Staff management

Communication

Project cost systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

InEight

HCSS

Procore

PlanSwift

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a Senior Manager, Project Estimating to lead a staff of engineers and construction professionals in preparing independent cost estimates and integrated total project cost and schedule estimates. The role requires enforcing WMATA procedures and guiding the department in cost engineering, forecasting, and reporting to managers and stakeholders.

You will drive process improvements and ensure timely, high‑quality deliverables for capital