Construction Cost Estimator & Supervisor

About the role

The BOSC Construction Supervisor is responsible for estimating labor, equipment, subcontract, ODC and material costs for construction and engineering projects based on RFP data. The role may also supervise a small team of junior estimators, ensuring accurate and timely cost proposals.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in sequencing construction activities and outline labor, material, and equipment components.
• Analyze specifications, sketches, blueprints, and bills of material to calculate production costs.
• Collect cost data from functional representatives, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Prepare and maintain historical cost data and develop cost models.
• Revise estimates when project scope changes and assist subject‑matter experts in BOE development.
• Mentor less‑experienced estimators and act as liaison between estimating and other functional departments.
• Provide QA/QC support to the estimating process and review manufacturing parts lists for accuracy.
• Prepare final estimates for domestic and international government proposals and interface with auditors during pre‑award and post‑award audits.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum four years of construction or government estimation experience.
• Strong understanding of the proposal process and compliant cost‑reimbursable estimate submission.
• Ability to coordinate multiple concurrent tasks and communicate effectively with all management levels.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite