Doyon Government Group
Construction Estimator - USACE and NAVAC Projects
Doyon Government Group, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Job Description
Doyon Government Group (DGG)
provides Design-Build and General Construction Services on demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.
Estimator - Federal Construction
(remote) prepares cost estimates for construction projects to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. Depending on the size of the department the Senior Estimator will supervise and oversee estimating operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Estimating commercial building construction and civil / public works projects
Project scheduling and cost schedule allocation
Budgeting and working with construction / project managers
Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness
Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions
Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates
Organizes and manages a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized
Analyzes completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies
Provides improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs
Identifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts
Supervise and mentor Estimators, Project Engineers, and other staff with the estimating department
Development of employees
EEO/AA Enforcement/Compliance Standards, as set forth further in the Job Summary and Core Requirements sections
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of experience as an approved construction estimator on USACE, NAVFAC, or similar federal projects
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
10 years of cumulative construction estimating experience or equivalent education and experience
Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff software and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
Excellent communication and computer skills
Government project experience preferred; commercial experience may suffice
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all non-discrimination obligations, including the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Company Description Trusted Construction Experts for Federal and Military Projects
Doyon Government Group provides design-build and construction management services—including demolition, renovations, and repairs—on military installations and federal government projects nationwide. We proudly partner with USACE, NAVFAC, and other federal agencies to deliver safe, high-quality, and innovative solutions.
Join us to work on meaningful projects and advance your career in a supportive, mission-driven company.
DGG is a subsidiary of Doyon, Limited, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) headquartered in Fairbanks, Alaska. Established under the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), Doyon is the largest private landowner in Alaska, with more than 12.5 million acres allocated to the corporation under ANCSA. Doyon operates a diverse family of companies and has built a strong reputation for innovation and technical expertise.
We are a Federal Contractor and comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law.
It is Doyon's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you need assistance or special accommodations during the application process, please contact the appropriate Human Resources Department at (253) 344-5300.
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provides Design-Build and General Construction Services on demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.
Estimator - Federal Construction
(remote) prepares cost estimates for construction projects to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. Depending on the size of the department the Senior Estimator will supervise and oversee estimating operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Estimating commercial building construction and civil / public works projects
Project scheduling and cost schedule allocation
Budgeting and working with construction / project managers
Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists
Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness
Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions
Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates
Organizes and manages a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized
Analyzes completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies
Provides improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs
Identifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts
Supervise and mentor Estimators, Project Engineers, and other staff with the estimating department
Development of employees
EEO/AA Enforcement/Compliance Standards, as set forth further in the Job Summary and Core Requirements sections
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of experience as an approved construction estimator on USACE, NAVFAC, or similar federal projects
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management is preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
10 years of cumulative construction estimating experience or equivalent education and experience
Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff software and Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
Excellent communication and computer skills
Government project experience preferred; commercial experience may suffice
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all non-discrimination obligations, including the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Company Description Trusted Construction Experts for Federal and Military Projects
Doyon Government Group provides design-build and construction management services—including demolition, renovations, and repairs—on military installations and federal government projects nationwide. We proudly partner with USACE, NAVFAC, and other federal agencies to deliver safe, high-quality, and innovative solutions.
Join us to work on meaningful projects and advance your career in a supportive, mission-driven company.
DGG is a subsidiary of Doyon, Limited, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) headquartered in Fairbanks, Alaska. Established under the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), Doyon is the largest private landowner in Alaska, with more than 12.5 million acres allocated to the corporation under ANCSA. Doyon operates a diverse family of companies and has built a strong reputation for innovation and technical expertise.
We are a Federal Contractor and comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law.
It is Doyon's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you need assistance or special accommodations during the application process, please contact the appropriate Human Resources Department at (253) 344-5300.
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