Construction Estimator

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Estimator to join our growing department. This role is ideal for an experienced construction or engineering professional looking to apply their deep technical knowledge and project experience in full lifecycle design and preconstruction projects. At Alliance, we believe the diversity of our team and projects are what make us successful. We approach every project with the intent to innovate and promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

You will play a key role on the team, delivering both Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects across multiple sectors. Your ability to translate designs into accurate estimates and collaborate with project teams will directly support high-impact federal projects.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced estimator or construction professional with a proven track record of preparing cost estimates, risk assessments, and proposal reports through the planning and design phases. If you would like to join a dynamic, mission-driven team that allows you to utilize your skills, we invite you to apply today! Please include an up-to-date resume in your application.

This position requires authorization to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates in-house using software and estimating programs for Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects based on conceptual and schematic design, development, drawings, and construction documents
• Meet with clients and designers to discuss cost implications and justifications
• Provide technical reviews of project constructability design and analysis
• Execute change order analyses and reviews
• Conduct electronic take-offs on various architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural systems
• Travel 10% – typically once a quarter for short durations (2-5 days) after first year

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience preparing cost estimates and conducting takeoffs
• Knowledge of OST, Plan Swift, RSMeans, or other relevant software
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple deadlines and priorities
• Detail-oriented and proactive with the ability to work independently and within a team environment

Preferred [but not required]

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Certification
• Experience on design-build teams for commercial and industrial construction projects
• Experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal agencies
• 100% paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employee coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Professional Development Stipend for approved training, certifications etc.
• Clear path for Career Advancement

Alliance Consulting Group is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that delivers unified Cost, Planning, and Design services to private and public sector clients. We are an established Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to providing our employees with the tools, professional challenges, and career development opportunities they need to be the best they can be. Here at Alliance, we invest in the individual because your growth is our success.

Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veterans status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Engineering, Project Management, and Consulting
• Industries Construction, Building Construction, and Civil Engineering

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