Senior Marine Cost Estimator - Federal

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At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Our Project Services division applies these principles to cost estimating services and has proven to be an industry leader.

We’re seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with marine estimating experience, capable of preparing capital cost estimates ranging from $25 M to $25 B, and supporting projects and clients across the country. The projects include piers, dry docks, flood walls, breakwaters and other heavy civil developments.

Ideally located near a local office, but the role will be primarily remote.

This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings, and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates.

You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take‑offs, assisting contract staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, and calculating indirect field and owners’ costs.

• Develop capital cost estimates for heavy civil/marine type projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Review and validate change orders.
• Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
• Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
• Attend project meetings as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10‑15 years of estimating and construction experience.
• Proficient use of MS Office products and estimating software(s).
• US citizenship.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Experience with MII (MCACES 2nd generation) estimating software.
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software.
• Alternative delivery procurement experience.
• Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule.
• Certifications such as a CPE, CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on December 24, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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