Chief Estimator

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Estimator to join our team at Parsons. As a key member of our Critical Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and executing all estimating activities for large and complex construction projects.

• Provide management, guidance, and act as team leader for all estimating team staff.
• Lead all estimate scope requirements and be completely responsible for all estimated costs for contracted services.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of all estimating deliverables and ensures estimates are prepared in accordance with company policies, program requirements, and meet quality control standards.
• Ensure that estimators are working within their skill set and implementing sound industry estimating practices.
• Utilize knowledge in resource skill sets and durations required to prepare and deliver estimates.
• Review contract documents to determine reasonableness of estimated cost and verifies that all risk and contingencies have been appropriately applied.

• Ability to manage estimating team preparing difficult and complex estimating deliverables typical for construction industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 12 years of related work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with typical project controls software such as HCSS Heavy Bid, Primavera scheduling software, Estimate/Schedule Transfer tools, Contract Manager, and DMCS (Document and Materials Control System).

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a similar role.
• Advanced degree in management or related field is preferred.
• Familiarity in labor and trade work practices and union requirements.
• Familiarity with joint venture interactions and procedures.

We offer a competitive salary range of $126,600.00 - $227,900.00 and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing.