Construction Manager – Estimator
Core
Government owner's representative for construction estimating, cost analysis, and cost control across all phases of construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects at Veterans Affairs Medical Facilities.
Role type
Construction Estimator / Cost Analyst
Builds
Cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, cost models, payment reviews, and change-order analyses for healthcare facility projects
Domain
Construction / Healthcare Infrastructure / Federal Government
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Construction estimating, cost analysis, quantity takeoffs, contract compliance review, contractor pricing analysis, budget forecasting, change management, cost control, project controls, risk analysis
Preferred skills
Federal/VA/healthcare construction experience, independent cost estimation, bid analysis, cost reconciliation, lifecycle cost considerations, claims support
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, construction estimating software, scheduling software, spreadsheet applications, project controls software
Responsibilities
Prepare and validate conceptual through construction-document estimates; Review plans, specifications, and contractor proposals for accuracy; Analyze contractor pricing and identify cost discrepancies; Support project planning and funding decisions with cost models; Coordinate with stakeholders to reconcile scope and costs; Monitor project cost performance and report variances; Assist in evaluating contractor claims and differing site conditions.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC