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

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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