Junior Construction Cost Estimator - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting, a fast-growing professional services firm in McLean, VA with expertise in construction management, seeks a Construction Cost Estimator based in the Washington, DC metro area. This candidate should have 5+ years of consulting estimation experience specializing in a wide range of government and public projects including, but not limited to, office, k-12, colleges, airports, Land Port of Entry, courthouses, laboratories, commercial fit-outs, hotels, hospitals, and mixed-use facilities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Able to estimate in various formats (UNIFORMAT) and divisions (CSI).
• Understanding of how to use different cost databases such as RS Means.
• ASPE or AACEI Certification preferred.
• Able to pass a HSPD-12 background check.

Computer Programs:

• On-screen take-off (OST) required
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) required
• MII (MCACES) preferred
• SUCCESS Estimator preferred
• GSA Cost Estimating Workbook preferred

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform change order estimates.
• Prepare market research studies for cost estimating.
• Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
• Prepare and provide estimating services which include conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction level estimates.
• Prepare Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs) for construction projects, AE studies, or maintenance work during the planning phase.
• Track and compare planned vs. actual time and cost results and make recommendations to correct either positive or negative variances.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Develop RFIs and clarifications to ensure adequate subcontractor coverage.