# Estimator

> Chesapeake Contracting Group · Herndon, United States (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-09-08

**Salary:** USD 85,000–135,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Preconstruction

## Description

The Estimator analyzes all project documents to determine the overall estimated cost of a project. Estimators gather, calculate and compile data to produce construction cost estimates for competitive bid proposals in a timely manner. The Estimator is also required to perform a thorough and detailed turnover of awarded projects to the project management team.

-   Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scope
-   Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
-   Manages responses to invitations to bid.
-   Performs quantity takeoff.
-   Participates in conceptual budgets with oversight from manager.
-   Develops Tab Sheets (scopes of work), gather subcontractor proposals, and prepare bid tabulation for own trade assignments.
-   Coordinates scopes of work with bid team.
-   Author qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned trade.
-   Builds effective relationships subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
-   Develop subcontractor relationships.
-   Attend subcontractor networking events.

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent related work experience.

-   Minimum of 5 or more years estimating or relevant project experience.
-   Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software.
-   Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
-   Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
-   Some experience in one or more areas of Division 2-16.

## Benefits

📌 A flexible work environment

📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done

📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment

📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs

📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training

## Apply

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