SPW Estimator – Construction Cost & Risk

DPR Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a skilled estimator for Self-Perform Work (SPW) cost estimates to support project planning, bidding, and decision-making. The role requires collaboration with project, field, and operations teams to reflect accurate production rates and market conditions.

Responsibilities include analyzing drawings for quantities and risks, coordinating with procurement for pricing, and developing cost studies to support value engineering and constructability discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 4–6 years of estimating, preconstruction, or cost analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares SPW cost estimates across multiple trades.
• Analyzes drawings, models, and specifications to validate quantities and risks.
• Collaborates with field leaders, engineers, and project teams to align estimates with plans.
• Coordinates with procurement to evaluate vendor pricing for SPW materials and equipment.
• Develops variance analyses and cost studies for value engineering.
• Coordinates with scheduling to ensure SPW scope aligns with phasing and sequencing.
• Communicates estimate assumptions and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

SPW estimating tools

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a skilled estimator for Self-Perform Work (SPW) cost estimates to support project planning, bidding, and decision-making. The role requires collaboration with project, field, and operations teams to reflect accurate production rates and market conditions.

Responsibilities include analyzing drawings for quantities and risks, coordinating with procurement for pricing, and developing cost studies to support value engineering and constructability discussions.