Deferred Maintenance & Repair (DMR) Cost Estimator

Deferred Maintenance & Repair (DMR) Cost Estimator

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agenciesmaking us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our market offerings include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

The Deferred Maintenance & Repair (DMR) Cost Estimator provides expert cost estimating support for federal deferred maintenance, recapitalization, and construction projects. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates using PACES and MII software, developing Basis of Estimate documentation, conducting Life Cycle Cost Analyses (LCCA), and ensuring compliance with GAO and AACE International cost estimating best practices. The Cost Estimator also develops and maintains agency-specific cost libraries and historical cost databases, performs cost escalation forecasts, and supports project managers during negotiations, change orders, and risk analysis.

Required experience and skills:

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), or Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) credential (or equivalent approved certification).
• Minimum of 5 years of cost estimating experience for engineering and construction projects.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience developing cost estimates in PACES and MII.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide and AACE International Recommended Practices.
• Ability to prepare and document cost estimates (ROM, conceptual, IGCE, LCCA, CSRA).
• Skilled in developing Basis of Estimate documentation and cost risk analyses.
• Strong communication skills, including writing reports, summaries, and briefings for varied audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project).

Preferred experience and skills:

• Experience conducting Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity analyses using @Risk or similar tools.
• Prior Federal cost estimating experience.
• Experience maintaining cost element libraries and cost history databases.
• Familiarity with deferred maintenance and recapitalization project types.

Required education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.

Preferred education:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Additional professional certifications in cost engineering or project controls.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

*Additional information:

• Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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