Construction Cost Estimator - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting
Arlington, VA

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon now seeks a Construction Cost Estimator for a long term opportunity in Arlington, VA. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction estimation.

  • Experience supporting vertical construction, utility, and/or infrastructure projects.

  • Familiarity with complex program environments, including development/review of Integrated Master Schedules and analysis of TIAs/COs.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement and reporting.

  • Estimating proficiency using multiple structures and formats: UNIFORMAT and CSI divisions.

  • Working knowledge of cost databases such as RSMeans.

  • Ability to pass an HSPD-12 background check.

  • ASPE (American Society of Professional Estimators) or AACE International certification (e.g., CCP, CEP) certification preferred.

  • Experience on federal facilities programs and large, multi-phase projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction-level estimates with clear bases of estimate and documented assumptions.

  • Perform change order pricing and evaluate contractor proposals, including detailed analysis of cost build-ups and schedule impacts.

  • Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates to support planning for construction projects, A/E studies, and maintenance work.

  • Conduct market research (labor, materials, equipment) and integrate findings into unit prices, assemblies, and escalation.

  • Establish scope for bidding and estimating; draft clarifications and RFIs to ensure comprehensive subcontractor/vendor coverage.

  • Produce accurate quantity takeoffs and material pricing from drawings and specifications.

  • Track planned vs. actual cost and time performance; identify variances and recommend corrective actions.

  • Collaborate with schedulers to assess Time Impact Analyses (TIAs) and Change Orders (COs) within Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).

  • Communicate estimate methodology, risks, and deltas through clear written reports and stakeholder presentations.

Software Required

  • On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred

  • MII (MCACES)

  • SUCCESS Estimator

  • GSA Cost Estimating Workbook

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor

Posted 2026-02-07

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