Starting at $140,000+ with bonus opportunities (commensurate with experience) Company Overview : Would you enjoy being involved in executing large-scale, complex airport construction projects?
Connico is a leading national construction consultancy known for its extraordinary team and commitment to superior client service.
Founded in 1990, we offer highly specialized consulting services unique to the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.
As experts in aviation and transportation, we assist owners, architects, engineers, and planners with cost estimating, scheduling, planning, and project management.
Position Overview :
As a Senior Architectural Cost Estimator, you will lead cost estimation for architectural and structural systems on large-scale infrastructure projects, including airports.
You will oversee critical estimating efforts and support the technical development of your team through mentorship, training, and best-practice development.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, sees the big picture, and enjoys developing others while producing high-quality estimates.
Position Responsibilities :
Leadership & Project Management Interpret incomplete or evolving design documents to define scope, evaluate risk, and produce accurate architectural and structural cost estimates.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while planning ahead for future workload and client needs.
Ensure alignment across disciplines to support complete, coordinated estimates and high-quality deliverables.
Training & Mentorship Train Specialists in plan review, conflict identification, conceptual estimating, reconciliations, and standardized reporting.
Guide Specialists and Analysts in QTO methods, pricing validation, and technical reviews.
Create templates, best practices, and educational materials that strengthen Connico’s estimating practice.
Estimating & Cost Analysis Lead estimating efforts for architectural and structural systems including foundations, slabs, structural framing, exterior skin, interior construction, finishes, equipment, furnishings, and demolition.
Perform QC reviews, assign workload, and maintain consistency across deliverables.
Conduct value engineering, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, bid tab reviews, and estimate reconciliations.
Coordinate with other disciplines to avoid scope gaps and ensure complete project coverage.
Prepare ROM-level assessments, develop unit prices, and support fee estimates for new work.
Data Management & Reporting Build and maintain cost assemblies and support Connico’s cost database to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
Manage report templates, version control, and data organization across the practice.
Support the development of standardized procedures that create predictable, repeatable estimating results.
Client Engagement & Industry Relations Build strong relationships through clear communication, reliability, and thoughtful guidance.
Serve as a technical resource and trusted advisor in client meetings and project discussions.
Participate in site visits and industry events as needed.
Qualifications :
10+ years of full-time architectural and / or structural estimating experience required.
BS in architecture, construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, estimating, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge required.
Certification such as CCP, CPE, RICS, CEP, or equivalent required.
Proven ability to independently produce high-quality construction estimates, Levels 1–5, for projects of any size required.
Proven ability to manage and lead projects, ensuring timely delivery of accurate estimates, budget adherence, and integration of estimate elements from multiple disciplines required.
Expertise in estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff, MII, Success, Timberline, and formats such as MasterFormat and UniFormat required.
Ability to interpret architectural, civil, and engineering drawings and specifications at all design levels, including ROM, required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word) required.
Aviation estimating experience highly preferred.
Minimal travel required, including conferences, industry events, site visits, and occasional office visits.
Connico offers a comprehensive compensation package with a salary range starting at $140K+, bonus opportunities, and continuous growth potential.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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