Program Planning Estimator (PH/IA)
About the role
Program Estimator
conceptual and early-stage planning
cost accuracy, market alignment, and disciplined change management
Cost Planning & Estimating
Develop ROM, conceptual, design development, and construction estimates
for facility renovations, modifications, and new builds
- Provide
cost guidance during design reviews
, identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities to inform scope decisions
- Support
long-range program forecasting
Project Integration & Decision Support
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align
scope, budget, and schedule assumptions
across projects
- Identify
key decision points
and trade-offs impacting cost and program delivery
- Contribute to
Change Management & Commercial Strategy
- Lead the
financial evaluation of change orders
, ensuring compliance with contract terms and alignment with fair market value
- Analyze contractor cost breakdowns and negotiate
equitable settlements for scope changes
- Review and validate
Market Intelligence & Reporting
- Maintain awareness of
market conditions, cost trends, and regional factors
(including Caribbean/Bahamas considerations)
- Conduct
cost benchmarking and statistical analysis
using historical and industry data
- Produce
reports and insights
Stakeholder Leadership & Governance
- Build and maintain
strong partnerships
with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors
- Manage
external estimating consultants
to ensure consistency and quality of deliverables
- Support development of
estimating standards, operating guidelines, and performance metrics
- Influence and communicate effectively with
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in
engineering, construction management, or commercial construction estimating
- Proven experience in
quantity surveying and multi-discipline estimating
(including MEP exposure)
- Strong understanding of
contracting strategies, negotiation practices, and commercial terms
- Knowledge of
construction methodologies, sequencing, and schedule integration
- Experience with
project planning and cost management tools/software
- Background in
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of
building codes and regulatory requirements
- Experience estimating projects in the
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, related field or equivalent experience
#DCLPJ
The hiring range for this position in Celebration, FL is $110,000 to $147,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Not included in the source posting: about the role, benefits.
Who can apply
The employer didn't state any visa, work authorization, citizenship or clearance requirements in this posting. Confirm with the employer before applying.
Read automatically from the employer's posting text. Always confirm with the employer — requirements can change after a job is published.