Civil Cost Estimator, Analyst 2 – Airports & Infrastructure
Civil Cost Estimator, Analyst 2 – Airports & Infrastructure
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Job Description
Civil Cost Estimator Analyst 2 Airports & Infrastructure
(Also known as Civil Cost Analyst 2 or Civil Estimator 2)
Location:Office in Mt Juliet / Nashville TN. Hybrid work schedule: In-office on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays and work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
Compensation: Salary starting at $80000 with bonus opportunities (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Company Overview
Would you enjoy contributing to the success of large-scale complex airport and infrastructure projects
Connico founded in 1990 is a leading national construction consultancy recognized for our extraordinary team and commitment to superior client service. We provide specialized consulting services unique in the Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. As experts in aviation and transportation we partner with owners architects engineers and planners to deliver excellence in cost estimating scheduling planning and project management.
Position Summary
Connico is seeking a Civil Cost Estimator Analyst 2 (Civil Cost Analyst 2) to support the development of accurate data-driven cost estimates for civil projects. This role involves performing quantity takeoffs reviewing drawings researching pricing data and contributing to estimate documentation for horizontal utility and site development scopes.
Working under the direction of senior Analysts and Specialists the Civil Analyst II will build technical estimating skills contribute to interdisciplinary coordination and play an active role in improving Connicos internal tools and workflows. This position is designed for professionals ready to grow toward an Analyst III role.
Key Responsibilities
Quantity Takeoffs & Estimating Support
- Perform accurate quantity takeoffs (QTO) for civil components with oversight and review.
- Assist in preparing Rough Order-of-Magnitude (ROM) and planning-level estimates for civil scopes such as grading site utilities and roadways.
- Support development of unit pricing using historical data.
- Assist in calculating and applying estimating markups.
- Identify and escalate discrepancies or inconsistencies in takeoffs.
- Review drawings plans sections and details to identify scope components.
- Interpret specifications and drawing sets to support accurate takeoff and pricing.
- Flag missing or inconsistent scope elements and assist with clarifications.
- Build knowledge of civil plan sets including profiles cross-sections and utility plans.
- Develop awareness of interdisciplinary interfaces that impact estimating accuracy.
- Maintain organized logs and documentation of measurement data and cost assumptions.
- Assist in compiling estimate notes and documenting assumptions.
- Support updates to Connicos internal cost database by recording quantities prices and project-specific considerations.
- Conduct basic market research to identify materials suppliers and labor inputs.
- Identify and document cost drivers that deviate from standard conditions.
- Collaborate with Analysts and Specialists to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Provide guidance to Analyst I team members on QTO methods.
- Substantiate takeoffs and estimate inputs when requested by team members.
- Contribute to internal templates checklists or documentation tools.
- Participate in estimate review meetings internal training and coordination calls.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in construction management engineering quantity surveying or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
- 1-2 years of civil or interdisciplinary cost estimating experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform accurate and consistent quantity takeoffs.
- Collaboration on smaller or early-phase projects.
- Ability to read and interpret civil architectural and engineering drawings specifications and technical reports.
- Familiarity with estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff MII or Success is preferred.
- Knowledge of estimating formats (MasterFormat UniFormat CSI) and terminology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint)Adobe and Teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder communication.
- Professional certification (EIT AEP CCT) is or will be required for long-term advancement.
- Aviation sector estimating experience preferred but not required.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits client meetings or industry events.
Why Join Connico
- Starting salary of $80000 with bonus opportunities.
- Career development path with clear advancement to Analyst III and beyond.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile aviation and infrastructure projects nationwide.
- Collaborative growth-oriented team culture.
- Exposure to interdisciplinary estimating scheduling and project management expertise.
Apply today to join Connicos nationally recognized team and help shape the future of airport and infrastructure development through accurate and impactful cost estimating!
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
