Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
10+ years of experience in estimating or cost analysis in construction, defense, or energy sectors preferred.
10+ years of construction experience, specifically in civil, concrete, structural, and vertical construction preferred.
Experience with DOE and DoD contracts required.
Prior leadership or team-lead experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software like Bluebeam, AGTEK, CAD, or PlanSwift preferred.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor the estimating team, providing coaching and performance feedback.
Review and approve estimates for accuracy and completeness.
Develop and maintain standardized estimating processes and tools.
Collaborate with various departments to validate project assumptions.
Analyze project drawings and specifications to prepare detailed cost breakdowns.
Conduct risk assessments and identify cost drivers and value-engineering opportunities.
Manage the estimating pipeline to ensure timely proposal delivery.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) match.
Growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback
Review and approve estimates, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements
Develop, implement, and maintain standardized estimating processes, tools, and best practices
Collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, project management, and business development to gather inputs and validate assumptions
Analyze drawings, specifications, and project scope to prepare detailed cost breakdowns
Conduct risk assessments and identify cost drivers, contingencies, and value-engineering opportunities
Manage the estimating pipeline and workload to ensure on-time delivery of proposals
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of materials, labor rates, subcontractor pricing, and industry trends
Oversee subcontractor and vendor solicitations for pricing; build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Support bid strategy, pricing decisions, and proposal presentations
Track estimate accuracy and continuously improve forecasting and cost-model performance
Support project handoff to operations to ensure a smooth transition and alignment on budget assumptions
Provide estimating expertise in civil, concrete, structural, and vertical construction scopes.
Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education, Experience and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating, cost analysis, or related functions within the construction, defense, or energy sectors (preferred).
Minimum of 10 years of construction experience, including civil, concrete, structural, and vertical construction (preferred).
Experience with DOE and DoD contracts is (required).
Prior leadership or team-lead experience (preferred).
Experience preparing technical writing deliverables, including Basis of Estimate documentation, proposal narratives, and methodology statements.
Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software such as Bluebeam, AGTEK, CAD, PlanSwift, or similar (preferred).
Must receive a satisfactory pre-hire drug screen and background check.
Must possess a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements.
Skills and Competencies
Exhibits CTI values.
Safety and Quality First. We foster ownership and accountability for the highest level of safety and quality. We are committed to zero incidents and continually improving our performance based upon our successes, lessons learned and industry best practices.
Integrity and Ethics. We treat our people, clients and partners with integrity and respect and operate with honesty and transparency.
Our People. We are a compassionate and collaborative organization that truly values our people. We strive to recruit, encourage, challenge and empower our people to deliver high-quality, sustainable and cost-effective solutions while providing rewarding career opportunities at all levels.
Teamwork. We assemble high-performing, cross-functional teams involving our people and partners to achieve our clients' project goals and expectations.
Innovation. We encourage and promote creative thinking that challenges the norm and brings about innovative solutions.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret technical documents and evaluate cost factors.
Attention to Detail: Ensures all components of an estimate are complete and accurate.
Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and clients.
Time Management: Manages multiple estimates and meets deadlines under pressure.
Problem-Solving: Develops innovative solutions for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Collaboration: Works well with cross-functional teams to gather required information
Benefits Offered
Comprehensive health, dental and vision.
Company Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
