Cost Estimator

Top Secret Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) Construction / Facilities

Quantico, VA (On-Site / Office)

Experience as a cost estimator on construction projects.

An understanding of the importance of data confidentiality.

The ability to organize work and meet deadlines.

Knowledge of regulations, price trends and exchange rates in building construction and associated trades.

Experience using industry software products used for cost estimating activities to include TS Means and CTC.

Analyzes drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

Assesses cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to contract award costs as the project develops.

Consults with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Confers with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Prepares estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

Prepares estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.

Accurately predicts the cost, size, and duration of future construction and manufacturing projects.