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Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listing for: Chesapeake Contracting Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Estimator, Civil Engineering
  • Construction
    Estimator, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Overview

The Estimator analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project. Estimators gather, calculate and compile data to produce construction cost estimates for competitive bid proposals in a timely manner. The Estimator is also required to perform a thorough and detailed turnover of awarded projects to the project management team.

Responsibilities
  • Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scope
  • Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
  • Manages responses to invitations to bid.
  • Performs quantity takeoff.
  • Participates in conceptual budgets with oversight from manager.
  • Develops Tab Sheets (scopes of work), gather subcontractor proposals, and prepare bid tabulation for own trade assignments.
  • Coordinates scopes of work with bid team.
  • Author qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned trade.
  • Builds effective relationships subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
  • Develop subcontractor relationships.
  • Attend subcontractor networking events.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent related work experience.
Experience and Skills
  • Minimum of 5 or more years estimating or relevant project.
  • Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software.
  • Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
  • Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Some experience in one or more areas of Division 2-16.
Benefits

📌 A flexible work environment

📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done

📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment

📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs

📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training

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