Senior Architectural Cost Estimator Airports & Infrastructure

Location : Fully Remote Opportunity. Must reside within the U.S.

Compensation : Starting at $140000 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 Connicos 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 Connicos 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 15 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.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Gas Chromatography,Bluebeam,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,HeavyBid,Sage,Pricing,Cost Control,Construction Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Auto Estimating

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1