Estimator Senior/Construction

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer. This role serves as a Senior Cost Estimator, supporting the Cost Estimating Group and/or the Construction Execution Branch developing cost estimates/proposals for new construction, interior and exterior alterations, restorations, additions and repairs to existing structures in the Capitol Complex.
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This position is temporary in nature and is not to exceed 24 months. This is strictly a temporary appointment where there is no permanent need or permanent funding available for the work involved. This position is subject to the project needs of the Agency. If project work continues however, it could be extended beyond the 24-month time frame at the sole discretion of the Agency. As a non-permanent employee, you may also be separated for failure to meet management's expectations, with no advance notice.
The individual selected for this position provides consultation to AOC and contract architects and engineers on the cost implications of proposed design alternatives and serves as an authoritative source for the cost estimating group.
Prepares and oversees the production of studies, designs and construction cost estimates for proposed new construction, restorations and alteration projects.

• Develops cost estimates for new construction, interior and exterior alterations, restorations, additions and repairs to existing structures under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol,
• Serves as COTR for the "Estimating Services" contracts.
• Analyzes and reviews cost estimates submitted by the Project Management Division, the Design Services Division, the Construction Division and architectural and engineering firms for new work; Identifies and analyzes problems arising in project constructability and works with project managers to resolve under-estimates based on required adjustments.
• Participates in and provides the appropriate cost estimate to use in producing the Sensitive Analysis & Quantitative Risk Assessment interview process; Provides the costs to ensure that GAO recommendations are followed to produce the Cost Loaded Schedule, Sensitive Analysis & Quantitative Risk Assessment, IGCE (2nd Check Estimate), Reconciliation and Follow-on Cost Report. Incorporates Construction Contingency into estimates for construction projects from the results of the Sensitive Analysis and Quantitative Risk Assessment.
• Provides the template and the format structure required for the 2nd check estimating firm to produce the 2nd check estimate; Maintains the AOC automated cost estimating database.
• Produces the Line Item Construction Project (LICP) budget that is submitted to Congress.
• Develops costing models for use in reviewing cost data; Oversees the process of benchmarking estimated- to-actual project costs and incorporates revisions into costing models.
• Collaborates with and assist building superintendents and supervising engineers in the development of cost estimates.
• Provides guidance on the availability of proposed materials and the feasibility of construction and installation methods; Trains, arranges for or provides training in methods and techniques of cost estimating for the cost estimating group.
• Monitors and reports on the status of work, checking on progress and reviewing completed work to ensure the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
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You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards
Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with estimate development, through design stages from schematics through working drawings, for proposed new construction, restorations, repairs and alteration projects.
Providing oversight and leading in the development of cost estimates for construction projects and ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
Developing cost estimates using SUCCESS Estimator/RIB, Cost-OS, or equivalent cost estimating software.
Providing advisory services and working with engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure cost estimates are in compliance with project budget and cost projections.
Serving as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or equivalent for support contracts.

Undergraduate and Graduate Education in architecture, engineering, building construction, or other fields related to the position.
-College-level education, training, and/or experience that furnished: (1) Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with estimate development, through design stages from schematics through working drawings, for proposed new construction, restorations, repairs and alteration projects. (2) Providing oversight and leading in the development of cost estimates for construction projects and ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards. (3) Developing cost estimates using SUCCESS Estimator/RIB, Cost-OS, or equivalent cost estimating software. (4) Providing advisory services and working with engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure cost estimates are in compliance with project budget and cost projections. (5) Serving as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or equivalent for support contracts.
Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit OPM vet guide
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System . If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information.
DRUG TESTING : The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or disability.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
Probationary Period - A newly appointed selectee is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency.
All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.
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A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; life insurance; training and development opportunities, etc.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.