Cost Estimator (Construction)

Kalman & Company has an opportunity for a Construction Cost Estimator for a contingent position tied to a proposal. This position is based in Edgewood, MD. Primarily responsible for estimating construction projects, which includes providing new bid setup, issuance of bid documents, tracking subcontractor responses, keeping subcontractor database up to date, bidding all construction divisions, keeping estimating statistics, and pricing change orders.

Responsibilities Primarily responsible for estimating projects. Prepare estimates by taking off assigned scopes of work. Acquire understanding of the requirements of the project/program at hand. Select metrics to produce valid estimates.

• Prepare detailed reports or bids for submission to appropriate parties.
• Select advantageous deals by evaluating offers and quotes.
• Analyze data and produce forecasts. Perform risk analysis.
• Work with Operations to ensure a complete understanding of the scope of work.
• Ensure sufficient subcontractor coverage for each and every bid.
• Prepare bid general conditions and review with operations before bid submittal.
• Assist with pricing change orders if required.

Skills Required

• Proven experience as a construction estimator.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal Government procurement methodology, including hard bids, IDIQ and various task order type contracts.
• Working knowledge of the Design-Build process.
• Thorough knowledge of Metro Washington DC subcontractors. Ability to work with subcontractors during bids.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Excellent computer skills. Construction software knowledge.
• Able to generate take-offs.
• Ability to understand bid job instructions and detailed specifications.
• Strong communication and analytical skills

Basic Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• An Active Secret Clearance.
• BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or comparable Work Experience
• Professional Certification in the state of MD.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in the construction industry in the estimating field.
• RS Means experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year