Federal & Aviation Estimator - Atlanta, GA

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Established construction firm supporting Aviation and Federal projects, delivering complex design-build, design-only, and program management work.

Other locations considered: Chicago, Kansas City, Orlando, Dallas, Austin, Denver.

On Offer

  • Work on high-profile aviation and federal projects
  • Exposure to full lifecycle preconstruction from concept through award
  • Strong compensation package including bonus and ESOP
  • Collaborative environment across procurement, operations, and leadership
  • Opportunity to support estimating strategy and process improvements
  • $110K to $155K base plus bonus & ESOP

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates from early concept through subcontract award
  • Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
  • Analyze historical data to improve estimating accuracy and processes
  • Identify cost trends and support cost reduction initiatives
  • Review drawings, specifications, and scope for gaps and risks
  • Manage subcontractor solicitation, bid packages, and quote evaluations
  • Develop estimating strategies, schedules, and project summaries
  • Support value engineering, risk analysis, and pricing strategies
  • Evaluate indirect costs, contingency, and escalation
  • Review commercial terms and conditions with internal stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with small and disadvantaged business requirements
  • Ensure accuracy of estimate assumptions, clarifications, and methodologies
  • Present estimates and attend pre-bid meetings

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of estimating experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with Quotesoft, Accubid, Oracle, or PowerBI preferred
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with strong decision-making ability
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