Principal (AD) Cost Estimator

Job Description Overview

The Principal Cost Estimator is a senior-level professional responsible for leading complex cost estimation activities for large-scale projects, programs, and strategic bids. This role provides technical leadership, develops estimating methodologies, oversees estimation accuracy, supports business development efforts, and partners with project management, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to ensure reliable project cost forecasting and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of detailed cost estimates for major capital projects, infrastructure developments, engineering programs, or manufacturing initiatives.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and definitive cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish estimating standards, procedures, tools, and best practices across the organization.
• Perform detailed analyses of labor, materials, equipment, subcontrac...