Cost Estimator

Leidos

Cost Estimator preparing accurate estimates for electric utility projects with collaboration across departments. Role includes analysis, modeling, and ensuring compliance within project budgets.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,550 - $149,225 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction estimating, including the use of InEight Construction Estimating Software, and possesses strong analytical skills to prepare accurate estimates while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

InEight Construction Estimating SoftwareConstruction EstimatingAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationRisk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Construction EstimatingRisk AssessmentCost AnalysisDatabase ManagementProject Evaluation

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingInterpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelAccessOutlookPowerPointWord

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryConstruction ProcessPlanningDesignProcurement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, test and maintain assemblies and models in InEight Construction Estimating Software
Prepare accurate and timely construction estimates based on engineering designs, drawings, site visits, contractual agreements, materials, permitting, environmental, construction labor, schedules, and equipment
Incorporate solid understanding of the utility industry into complex estimates
Analyze key themes and trends to ensure all factors are properly considered, priced and included in the project estimate
Determine understanding of risk associated with large capital projects and the application of contingency
Revise and update the estimating system software database to support storage and retrieval of estimating information and enhance efficiency and operability of the system
Monitor year-on-year accuracy of estimated costs and challenge business processes in order to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and deliver projects on budget
Perform planned versus actual evaluations upon project completions for costs and schedule
Document findings and develop improvement plans based on the analysis
Work independently to manage schedule and workload in order to meet need dates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field + 3 years of relevant estimating experience, OR Associate Degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree; 10+ years of relevant work experience and training may be considered without an Associate's degree
Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Proven interpersonal and written communication skills/ability to work and interact with engineers and operations during all phases of projects
Knowledge of planning, design, procurement, and construction process
Must have a valid driver's license with safe driving history.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement