Project Cost Estimator
Apply Job ID 32075 Date posted 09/04/2025Job Family:
Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Our team helps Federal Government clients design, build and operate owned and leased facilities on Redstone Arsenal. Throughout the lifecycle of these facilities cost estimation is needed at the parametric and detailed levels. Cost estimators on our team provide estimates before design, throughout design and during construction on parts and whole projects.
During Construction, cost estimators will estimate changes generated by the client, field conditions and from the General Contractors. They will then compare those estimates with the proposals from the General Contractors.
After occupancy of the facilities cost estimators will assist in O&M lifecycle cost estimates, utilities and energy estimates as well as renovation and mission change estimates.
Throughout the lifecycle of the Contract, cost estimators will maintain historical records to inform them and the client of market and economic trends in all aspects of facilities.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
o Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET" security clearance.Bachelor’s degree
FIVE (5) or more years of experience as a cost estimator.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Excellent IT and math skills
Good problem-solving skills
The ability to pay close attention to detail
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Good project management skills
Have a keen sense of business acumen and awareness
An understanding of the importance of data confidentiality
Ability to work independently
The ability to organize work and meet deadlines
Knowledge of regulations, price trends and exchange rates in building construction and associated trades
Experience using industry software products used for cost estimating activities to include RS Means and CTC.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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