Senior Cost Engineer

We are seeking talented cost estimators, engineers, and construction professionals that share our enthusiasm for cutting-edge engineering services and our dedication to providing customers with the most accurate and creative solutions. At Alliance, we believe the diversity of our team and projects are what make us successful. We approach every project with the intent to innovate and promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment. You will play a key role on the team, delivering both Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects across multiple sectors. Your ability to translate designs into accurate estimates and collaborate with project teams will directly support high-impact federal projects.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Cost Engineer/Estimator with a proven track record of preparing cost estimates, risk assessments, and proposal reports through the planning and design phases of a project. If you would like to join a dynamic, mission-driven team that allows you to utilize your skills, we invite you to apply today!

This position requires authorization to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates in-house using software and estimating programs for Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) projects based on conceptual and schematic design, development, drawings, and construction documents
• Meet with clients and designers to discuss cost implications and justifications
• Provide technical reviews of project constructability design and analysis
• Execute change order analyses and reviews
• Conduct electronic take-offs on various architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural systems
• Travel 10% – typically once a quarter for short durations (2-5 days) after first year

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in cost estimation, construction management, or related fields
• Ability to conduct takeoffs and prepare high-quality cost estimates
• Strong working knowledge of MII/MCACES 2nd Generation, Sage, Success, RSMeans, OST, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or other relevant software
• Excellent organizational skills with experience managing multiple deadlines and priorities
• Detail-oriented and proactive with the ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred [but not required]

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Certification
• Experience on design-build teams for commercial and industrial construction projects
• Experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal agencies

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule (3 days remote, 2 days in office)
• Full-time competitive salary bands
• 100% paid medical, dental & vision insurance for employee coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching
• 20 Vacation Days plus 8 holidays
• Professional development stipend for approved training, certifications, and licenses
• Clear path for career advancement
• Annual bonus structure

Alliance is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that delivers Civil Design, Facility Planning, and Cost Estimation services to private and public sector clients. We are an established Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to providing our employees with the tools, professional challenges, and career development opportunities they need to be the best they can be. Here at Alliance, we invest in the individual because your growth is our success.

Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veterans status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.