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Construction Estimator
Expected Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 per year
A Veteran owned full-service national security operation, Deployed Global Solutions, LLC (DGS) delivers low visibility, intelligent, agile, resilient, and secure turnkey mission solutions that are tailored to meet the global needs of our customers. At DGS, we are one team, working together to develop mission solutions - anywhere, anytime.
The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing bids and proposals, estimating project schedules, assessing labor needs, performing material and equipment quantity takeoffs, determining project risks, calculating cost estimates, and preparing technical documentation for construction projects. The Construction Estimator will forecast the cost, size, and duration of future construction projects by collecting and analyzing data and preparing detailed cost reports and budgets. Following project award, the Construction Estimator will assist Project Managers in developing project schedules, creating Bills of Materials (BOMs), directing procurement, selecting and coordinating vendors, and other preconstruction activities.
Duties and Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Skills / Specifications
This position does not require the supervision of direct reports.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office using standard office equipment, in warehouses, and on construction sites using standard tools of the trade.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work for prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Lifting of up to 25 lbs. may occur.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. Standard days and hours are 40 hours per week, with weekends and extended hours as needed.Ability to work flexible hours including nights, holidays, and weekends is required based on business needs.
Travel
Occasional travel may be required.
Required Education and Experience
AAP / EEO Statement
Deployed Global Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.
This policy applies to all terms of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this job may change without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Expected Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 per year
A Veteran owned full-service national security operation, Deployed Global Solutions, LLC (DGS) delivers low visibility, intelligent, agile, resilient, and secure turnkey mission solutions that are tailored to meet the global needs of our customers. At DGS, we are one team, working together to develop mission solutions - anywhere, anytime.
The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing bids and proposals, estimating project schedules, assessing labor needs, performing material and equipment quantity takeoffs, determining project risks, calculating cost estimates, and preparing technical documentation for construction projects. The Construction Estimator will forecast the cost, size, and duration of future construction projects by collecting and analyzing data and preparing detailed cost reports and budgets. Following project award, the Construction Estimator will assist Project Managers in developing project schedules, creating Bills of Materials (BOMs), directing procurement, selecting and coordinating vendors, and other preconstruction activities.
Duties and Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to understand the scope of work, regulatory requirements, and contractual requirements.
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide cost-effective solutions, including by the generation of questions and requests for information (RFIs).
- Gather information on materials, labor, and equipment prices from vendors and suppliers.
- Develop labor resource estimates (resource loading).
- Estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
- Develop comprehensive cost estimates and budgets.
- Develop construction sequences and proposed schedules, including phasing plans.
- Analyze project risk.
- Prepare detailed cost reports for bids and proposals.
- Ensure all estimates are accurate, thorough, and align with project specifications and requirements.
- Identify potential cost over-runs and provide mitigation plans.
- Research historical data and trends for accurate cost forecasting.
- Utilize cost estimation software and tools.
- Prepare and present cost estimation reports to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain tools to create historical estimate tracking for use in analyzing future work.
Skills / Specifications
- In-depth knowledge of construction materials, methods, and industry standards.
- Demonstrable analytical and mathematical skills as relevant to cost estimation.
- Practiced organizational skills with focus on details.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in estimation software including Bluebeam, RSMeans, and PlanSwift.
- Proficiency in scheduling software including Primivera P6, and Microsoft Project.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
This position does not require the supervision of direct reports.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office using standard office equipment, in warehouses, and on construction sites using standard tools of the trade.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work for prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Lifting of up to 25 lbs. may occur.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. Standard days and hours are 40 hours per week, with weekends and extended hours as needed.Ability to work flexible hours including nights, holidays, and weekends is required based on business needs.
Travel
Occasional travel may be required.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as an estimator within the construction industry.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal government security clearance.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check.
- Successful pass pre-employment (post offer) drug test and motor vehicle record review.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
AAP / EEO Statement
Deployed Global Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.
This policy applies to all terms of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this job may change without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)