Estimator

Position Description: Job Title: Estimator / Forensic Construction Estimator

Location: Mobile, Alabama (with occasional regional travel)

For a forensic engineering and construction management firm specializing in construction defects, claims analysis, and expert testimony across structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and roofing disciplines. Our team provides technical expertise and independent evaluations for legal, insurance, and construction industry clients.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Estimator to support our forensic and investigative projects. This role requires a hybrid of estimating, construction knowledge, and claims/defect analysis capabilities. The Estimator will prepare cost estimates, evaluate construction defects, analyze repair scopes, review plans and specifications, and help produce expert reports. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers, attorneys, subcontractors, clients, and internal technical staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and bid pricing for repair/defect mitigation projects

Review and interpret architectural/engineering drawings, specifications, and reports

Solicit subcontractor and supplier proposals, evaluate and integrate into estimate

Provide value engineering and alternate cost analyses

Incorporate contingencies, escalation, overhead and profit, and risk adjustments

Conduct site visits and field measurements to verify scope of work

Assist in preparation of expert reports, claims documentation, and defensible cost support

Collaborate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and roofing engineers

Maintain internal cost databases and historical data

Track and manage multiple estimate assignments and deadlines

Present and defend estimates to internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical) or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)

20+ years of construction estimating experience (commercial/industrial)

Prior experience in claims, defect investigation, or forensic work is highly preferred

Strong technical competency across multiple disciplines (structural, M/E/P, roofing)

Proficiency in estimating software (On Center, MC2, Sage Estimating, etc.) and advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Demonstrated analytical ability, attention to detail, and integrity

Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record

Ability to travel regionally for site inspections

Must pass background check and drug test as part of hiring process

Confidentiality / non-disclosure requirements

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $100K to $150K (commensurate with experience, technical ability, and forensic work expertise)

Travel reimbursement / per diem for site visits