Construction Cost Estimator

Location: Naples, Italy (Travel throughout Italy and Bahrain as required)
Travel: International travel required; company-paid travel and lodging for authorized work assignments
Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried
Tentative Start Date: September 2026 (Contingent Upon Contract Award)

Education & Experience

• U.S. Citizen required
• Valid driver's license required
• Minimum of 5 years of professional construction cost estimating experience
• Experience preparing cost estimates for:
  • New construction
  • Renovations
  • Repairs
  • Demolition
  • Maintenance
  • Construction contract modifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Cost Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and demonstrated construction estimating experience will be considered
• Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Tri-Service Cost Consultant, or equivalent construction cost estimating certification preferred
• Previous experience in design and/or construction (3–5 years) is highly desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of construction estimating principles, practices, and methodologies
• Experience preparing conceptual, parametric, detailed, comparative, and Independent Government Estimates (IGEs)
• Knowledge of DoD, DON, and NAVFAC cost estimating policies and procedures
• Understanding of military construction (MILCON) and shore facility projects
• Ability to evaluate labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and supplier pricing
• Knowledge of construction sequencing, constructability, and market conditions
• Ability to prepare detailed quantity take-offs and Basis of Estimate documentation
• Experience analyzing contractor proposals and supporting negotiations
• Familiarity with Uniformat II, MasterFormat, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, architects, project managers, contractors, and government personnel
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using:
  • MII/MCACES
  • RSMeans
  • PACES
  • Autodesk or similar design viewing software
  • Cost estimating and project management software

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), planning estimates, conceptual estimates, ROM estimates, and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Develop construction cost estimates for military construction, renovation, maintenance, demolition, and facility improvement projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs using drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, supplier, and market pricing to develop accurate estimates.
• Prepare and maintain detailed Basis of Estimate documentation, including assumptions, exclusions, escalation, contingency, productivity, logistics, and risk factors.
• Review contractor proposals, A/E estimates, and supporting cost documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Support contract modifications, change orders, bid evaluations, and cost negotiations.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, estimate reconciliation meetings, and design workshops.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, architects, contracting personnel, and stakeholders throughout project development.
• Evaluate design alternatives and identify cost impacts associated with scope changes, constructability issues, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct market research by obtaining supplier and contractor pricing to validate cost assumptions.
• Support quality assurance and quality control reviews of cost estimates and construction documents.
• Assist in developing budget estimates throughout all phases of project planning, design, procurement, and construction.
• Provide professional cost estimating consultation and recommendations to NAVFAC leadership and project teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Company-paid travel and lodging for authorized assignments
• Opportunity to support high-visibility U.S. Navy and DoD infrastructure projects overseas