Construction Cost Estimator
Pubblicato il 24-09-2026 - Altro in Napoli
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
Valid driver's license required
Minimum of 5 years of professional construction cost estimating experience
New construction
Renovations
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
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.
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
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