Estimator - Washington, DC

Join McKissack & McKissack's team! Immediate opening for an Estimator in the DMV area.

McKissack & McKissack offers opportunities to grow your career while working on transformative projects in program and construction management, architecture, and interior design. We combine technical expertise and creative vision to deliver exceptional results. Our culture values diversity, professional development, and performance. We seek team players who are humble, hungry, and smart, with strong academic or professional experience, integrity, and a client-focused mindset. Join a team that invests in your success and rewards ambition, integrity, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other project documents to determine estimated costs for labor, materials, and equipment.

Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates by assessing the quantities and costs of materials, labor, and equipment required.

Assist with bid proposals and contracts, ensuring all necessary costs and contingencies are included.

Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain quotes and pricing for materials and services.

Ensure estimates align with the client's budget and support the development of project budgets.

Identify potential estimating risks and recommend mitigation measures during the preconstruction and estimation phases.

Maintain accurate records of estimates, bids, and related project documentation for future reference.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure estimates align with project requirements and constraints.

Track actual project costs against estimates and recommend cost-saving measures when appropriate.

Conduct site visits as needed to assess existing conditions and validate estimates.

Perform other responsibilities associated with the position as appropriate.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Minimum of eight years of related experience performing complex estimating activities for engineering and construction projects or programs.

Minimum of six years of experience using estimating database-supported software, such as RSMeans, Primavera scheduling software, or other estimating and scheduling transfer tools.

Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and methods.

Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to produce accurate estimates.

Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and industry standards.

Experience managing or overseeing subcontractors.

Familiarity with contract terms and negotiation practices.

Salary range: $115,000 - $130,000/yearly (dependent on years of experience, competency, travel requirements)

Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dependent Care

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Matching 401k Plan

Company-paid holidays

Paid-Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Marketplace Perks-at-Work

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

McKissack & McKissackis committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, and local laws.

This statement applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. Salary ranges will be disclosed where required by law (e.g., CA, CO, NY, MA). Applicants needing reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contactHR@mckinc.com

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.