Chief Estimator

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. 

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Chief Estimator

DEPARTMENT: Pre-Construction Operations

LOCATION: Remote - Nationwide

REPORTS TO: Director, Pre-Construction Operations

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

QGS is looking for a Chief Estimator to own the estimating function and build, lead, and scale it into a competitive differentiator. This is a player-coach leadership role. You will still produce high-value estimates. You will also lead and develop our existing estimating staff, establish standards, tools, and processes, and directly support a growing pipeline of federal EPC, design-build, and construction services opportunities across DOE/NNSA, DoD, USACE, and NAVFAC.

The Chief Estimator will own estimating strategy, standards, and technology (including platforms such as InEight Estimate). You will report to the Director, Pre-Construction Operations and work shoulder-to-shoulder with capture, pre-construction, and project delivery teams from pursuit through handoff.

• Own the estimating function end to end: process, tools, standards, and output quality. Lead, mentor, and upskill current estimating staff into multi-discipline, full-scope estimators; build the team as volume grows
• Develop detailed cost estimates for fixed-price, T&M, and labor hour federal construction projects ranging from small task orders to multi-million-dollar design-build and EPC pursuits
• Establish and enforce estimating standards, templates, and cost databases appropriate for federal construction markets. Drive continuous improvement in estimate accuracy, turn-around time, and bid-hit rate
• Apply Davis-Bacon wage determinations accurately across project geographies and labor classifications. Price work across diverse project types including electrical infrastructure, mechanical systems, civil/site work, and specialty construction in secured, regulated, or mission-critical federal environments
• Integrate estimating into the proposal development process from kickoff through submission, supporting gold team reviews and final pricing approvals. Develop pricing strategies including price-to-win analysis and competitive positioning
• Drive alignment with project delivery teams during contract handoff to ensure estimates are executable and assumptions are clearly communicated. Bridge engineering and estimating by converting design intent into fully scoped, constructible estimates
• Coordinate with Quanta operating company partners on self-perform pricing across specialty disciplines (electrical, power delivery, civil, mechanical). Support pre-construction risk scoring and constructibility reviews
• Travel up to 25% for site visits, proposal support, and client engagements. Ability to obtain DOE or DoD security clearance preferred
• Perform other duties as assigned and aligned with the department

Required Education and Experience

• 10+ years of construction estimating experience, including demonstrated experience leading and developing estimating teams

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with DOE/NNSA site construction, nuclear infrastructure, or high-security facility work. Background in EPC or design-build project delivery models. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience accepted)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Proficiency with estimating tools (InEight Estimate preferred, Bluebeam, HCSS, Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff, RS Means, or equivalent)

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• Active DOE Q, DOD Secret, or other federal clearance. Experience implementing or optimizing InEight Estimate or similar enterprise estimating systems

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct oversight of estimating staff; team size will grow with volume. Responsible for mentoring, workload allocation, and professional development of estimators

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: Up to 25%

Overnight required: Yes, as needed for site visits and client engagements  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is primarily an office-based role with occasional site visits.

• Stationary Position - Constantly
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Occasionally
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - Seldom (up to 25 lbs)
• Vision - Constantly (computer/document review)
• Hearing - Frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB) - Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions - Seldom; primarily office-based

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.

WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at orodriguez@quantags.com

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Our Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Access to mental health support and resources
• Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

• Ongoing training and development programs
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.