Senior Marine Cost Estimator - Federal

Senior Cost Estimator

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We're seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with marine estimating experience with capital cost of estimates ranging in size from $25M-$25B and support of our projects and clients across the country. The types of projects include piers, dry docks, flood walls, breakwaters and other heavy civil development. Ideally located near a local office, but the role will be primarily remote.

This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates.

You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assist contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, apply construction means and methods, calculate indirect field and owner's costs.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop capital cost estimates for heavy civil/marine type projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Review and validate change orders.
• Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
• Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
• Attend project meetings as required.

Here's what you'll need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 10-15 years of estimating and construction experience.
• Proficient use of MS Office products and estimating software(s).
• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field
• Experience with MII (MCACES 2nd generation) estimating software
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software
• Alternative delivery procurement experience.
• Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule
• Certifications such as a CPE, CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus

Posted Salary Range: Minimum 150,000.00 Posted Salary Range: Upper 180,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $150,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on December 24, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Locations:

San Diego - California - United States

Irvine - California - United States

Bellevue - Washington - United States

Virginia Beach - Virginia - United States

Arlington - Virginia - United States