Principal Estimator

SPECTRA TECH INC

$90K — $130K *
Aiken, SC 29803In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in business/construction management/technical/engineering or related field and 8 years of experience.
  • Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience considered equivalent.
  • Associate's degree with 13 years of relevant experience considered equivalent.
  • High school diploma with 17 years of relevant experience also considered equivalent.
  • Strong personal computer skills and expert proficiency in automated cost management and estimating systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the estimation process for large-scale construction projects.
  • Coordinate with technical personnel to assess and determine estimating scope.
  • Perform quantitative assessments and detailed price analysis of various project phases.
  • Utilize advanced estimating systems to refine cost predictions and project timelines.
  • Analyze risks including escalation and contingency factors to optimize bid competitiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a notable engineering hub in Aiken, SC.
  • Engagement with complex, high-stakes construction projects.
  • Potential for professional development within a leading company.
  • Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals.
Full Job Description
Spectra Tech has an immediate need for a Principal Estimator in Aiken, SC.

Education & Experience: Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 8 years of practical experience. Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 10 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. An associate's degree and 13 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. A high school diploma and 17 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.

Top Skills & Years of Experience:
- Possesses strong personal computer skills.
- Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties.
- Possesses considerable practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems Estimating Specialty - Familiarity with all phases of construction techniques and requirements, technical knowledge of engineering, procurement, and general business practices.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in more than two major disciplines of detail and conceptual estimating, coordination with technical personnel in performing all levels and types of estimating scope
quantification, pricing, and analysis of escalation and contingency.

Nice to Have:
- Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.

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