Engineering Structures Jobs in Dunn Loring Virginia

Currently seeking multiple Full Stack Developers in support of the of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Engineering Support for Identity Services (ESIS), this individual will support Agile Application Development technologies and capabilities in the areas of software development, systems engineering, integration, and test of software applications and infrastructure. Will be skilled with front-end, back-end, and database development. Design and implement full stack cloud solutions to include IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Design and deploy computing infrastructure, physical or virtual machines and other resources like virtual-machine disk image library, block and file-based storage, firewalls, load balancers, IP addresses, virtual local area networks. Implement cloud-based platform services for AWS. Implement cloud-based software as service for AWS. Perform DevOps functions.

Key Skills:

• 10+ years of experience with full stack engineering with proficiency in database development/integration as well as server and client application development/integration
• Software developing experience using Python and Java Spring framework
• Experience with other software technologies such as Web Services (SOAP/REST), React/Angular, VS Code, SQL, Gradle, and/or Git
• AWS experience required with experience deploying enterprise applications in AWS
• Experience with CI/CD environment tools such as Docker, Jenkins, Ansible, Kubernetes

• Software development with Python, Java, React, and various scripting languages
• Design data models and web APIs and creation of software tasks from system requirements
• Perform requirements analysis, design, development, unit, and integration testing of software, troubleshooting and debugging of the system
• Immediate responsibilities will include enhancing and maintaining the existing system as well as design, development, and documentation of new features
• Create Git Releases, pull request and code reviews
• Query logs utilizing Splunk and will monitor dashboarding utilizing New Relic
• Usage of Atlassian Tools for day to day tasks within the Scrum process
• Implement web services, data persistence access features and external interfaces
• Partner closely with front-end and database engineers to ensure features are developed holistically
• Follow Agile software development methodology and team architecture standards.
• Will need to be able to read Architecture Diagrams
• Perform test service to improve code coverage, mocking services, test driven development and unit testing
• Will modify Helm Charts, Jenkinsfiles, and Dockerfiles

• MUST BE US CITIZEN
• Bachelor's degree required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
• 10+ years expereince in Software Engineering
• Must have experience in Python and Java Spring Framework (Boot, Batch, Data, Security)
• Must have experience with other software technologies such as Web Services (SOAP/REST), React/Angular, VS Code, SQL, Gradle, and/or Git
• Experience with design, development, enhancement, troubleshooting and debugging of web applications
• Must have experience in AWS cloud environment and with CI/CD tools (ie. Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes) for deployment processes, monitoring production environments, and modifying docker/Jenkins files and helm charts
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, Powershell, Perl) is not required but nice to have
• Understanding of the concept of branching and utilizing technological tools such as Git, VS Code, and/or Rancher to perform
• Experience with creating Git releases, creating pull requests, and reviewing code
• Experience monitoring dashboards utilizing New Relic
• Experience with Splunk to query logs
• Experience with Junit testing preferred
• Experience creating release instructions utilizing JIRA
• Experience developing and integrating complex software systems through the full SDLC
• Experience with Agile Scrum
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

We are looking for a Subject Matter Expert - Intermediate to join our team in support of a DoD customer in Alexandria, VA. The SME will serve as a technical expert on executive-level project teams providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives. The individual in this role will provide support, analysis and research into exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to the subject matter, with expertise in a particular area of Information Technology (e.g., Information Systems Architecture, Telecommunications Systems Design, Architecture, Implementation, Information Systems Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Security Engineering, Communications and Network Systems Management).

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• Evaluate new and emerging technologies through market research and prototyping to support customers business objectives.
  
• Assess performance of existing network/ systems and proposed changes, including post-deployment analysis to ensure systems meet design specifications and operational expectations.
  
• Develop Performance Management Plans (PMPs) and produce Performance Analysis Reports (PARs) documenting benchmarking methodologies, test conditions, procedures, and results.
  
• Provide actionable recommendations to resolve performance issues, enhance system capabilities, and proactively identify risks within production network equipment.
  
• Lead requirements development efforts by gathering, documenting, reviewing, consolidating, and refining functional and technical requirements in coordination with stakeholders.
  
• Facilitate and lead requirements review sessions and meetings to define networking requirements for assigned projects, including analysis of collected data.
  
• Develop and maintain Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTMs) to ensure alignment of requirements throughout the design, build, and test phases of the delivery lifecycle.
  
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging technologies for systems and equipment in compliance with standards, policies, and guidelines.
  
• Plan, conduct, and document laboratory assessments of hardware and software supporting classified and unclassified services to ensure interoperability and connectivity among stakeholders.
  
• Provide input to the development of Technology Assessment Plans (TAPs)-including scope, objectives, configurations, technical approach, schedules, roles, and independent cost estimates-and produce After Action Reports (AARs) documenting methodologies, results, and recommendations.
  
• Support technology refresh and upgrade initiatives by identifying emerging network capabilities, establishing product evaluation and selection criteria, and developing system evaluation methods and procedures.
  
• Produce formal recommendations and executive briefings outlining findings, strategy, and capability roadmaps, while coordinating overall technology planning and tracking implementation activities.
  
• Analyze industry and Government data on technology changes impacting the DISN and commercial telecommunications sector and provide preliminary design and implementation guidance to support strategic planning and decision-making. Areas include wireless technologies, IPv6 transition (NIPRNet/SIPRNet), NetOps and cyber defense (JTF-GNO), VoIP/DSN, VTC and streaming video, core system refreshes, and emerging standards aligned with DoD mandates.
  
• Provide SME engineering services to design, configure, test, implement, and sustain STIG-compliant network and security architectures, including NAC (802.1x), reverse proxy and load balancing, web filtering, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, VPN, wireless/IDS, VDI support, VoIP/VTC/streaming, Check Point firewalls and MDM, NMS tool suites, MPLS architecture, SATCOM support, and DR/COOP planning; perform Tier IV troubleshooting and produce required technical documentation (ECRs, ITRs, NSOs, AARs, test plans/reports, and as-built diagrams).
  
• Provide Cloud-certified SME engineering support for on-premises to Cloud migrations, coordinating with CSPs (e.g., Azure, AWS, Oracle, Google Cloud, MilCloud2) and facilitating integration with Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) BCAP in multi-cloud environments.
  
• Develop and maintain Cloud migration documentation to ensure accurate knowledge management and configuration records.
  
• Engineer, implement, and sustain the Enterprise F5 Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs) supporting DoD DMZ, data center, and Cloud-hosted applications, including Tier 3 support and configuration of GTM (DNS), LTM, and APM modules in compliance with DISA STIGs and industry best practices.
  
• Implement F5 break-and-inspect capabilities to meet DISA Cloud security requirements and coordinate with CSPs and developers to establish Layer 7 health monitoring.
  
• Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills.
  
• Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.
  
• Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role.
  
• Develops technical solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed without appreciable direction.
  
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.
  

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

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  • 10 years of experience in a relevant field, (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems/Technology).
    
  
  
  
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  • DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification:
    
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    • Category IAT Level III (CCNP Security, CASP+ CE, CISSP, CISA, GCED, GCIH).
      
    
    
    
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    • Cisco Certified Network Professional-Enterprise (CCNP-E) is required.
      
    • Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) is required in addition to the Cisco certification.
      
    
    
    
  
  
  
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  • This position requires a SECRET with a Tier 5 investigation.
    
  
  
  

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• Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  
• AWS Cloud Practitioner
  
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
  
• Comp TIA Cloud+
  
• Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert -Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE-EI).
  

Compensation: $120,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid — remote Mondays & Fridays)

Duration: June 1 – August 7, 2026 (10 weeks)

Compensation: $20/hr (Undergraduate)

Education Level: Undergraduate

About NCTA

NCTA – The Internet & Television Association is the principal trade association of the cable and broadband industry. Our Technology team provides technical expertise and analysis to members and staff on broadband and telecommunications topics at the intersection of policy and engineering.

About the Role

The Technology Intern will develop a technically rigorous understanding of cable and broadband infrastructure, network architecture, and the security, fraud, and content protection challenges that shape real-world policy discussions. This role is ideal for an engineering-minded student eager to see how technical realities influence regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Review and organize technical reference materials related to broadband infrastructure and network security
• Update and simplify infrastructure diagrams and explainers for internal use
• Explore datasets and technical resources to identify trends and system constraints
• Map high-level network risk and abuse touchpoints across cybersecurity, anti-fraud, and anti-piracy areas
• Attend NIST and FCC webinars and hearings and prepare summary notes
• Collaborate with policy-focused teams to explore how engineering tradeoffs intersect with regulatory frameworks

What You Bring

• Foundational knowledge in engineering, computer science, or network systems
• Strong intellectual curiosity and a systems-thinking mindset
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, high-level explanations
• Comfort working with technical materials, datasets, and infrastructure concepts
• Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to work across technical and policy-focused teams
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 3 working days per week

What You'll Gain

• A foundational understanding of broadband network architecture and large-scale communications systems
• Insight into how cable infrastructure constraints shape policy and regulatory discussions
• Exposure to cross-functional work spanning cybersecurity, anti-fraud, and content protection
• Experience attending FCC and NIST proceedings and translating technical developments for broader audiences
• Participation in professional development events, networking opportunities, and a lunch with the CEO
• An assigned peer mentor to support your onboarding and growth

Our Values

At NCTA, we are guided by four core values — Competency, Curiosity, Creativity, and Compassion — and we're looking for someone who brings all four to their work every day.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a one-page cover letter referencing the Technology internship.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

NCTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse people, ideas, and experiences are welcomed, included, and celebrated. NCTA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
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• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

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• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

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We have a position which is suitable to your skillset. Please go through the below JD and let me know your interest.

Title : Enterprise Solution Architect – Telecom

Location : Reston, VA

Relevant Experience (in Yrs.): 6 years

Detailed Job Description:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.

• 12+ years of IT experience across architecture, requirements & design, development, testing, or application support.

• 4+ years of MSO/Telecommunications experience with strong functional and technical skills in enterprise BSS systems and solutions architecture.

• 4+ years of experience architecting and designing large scale enterprise solutions.

• 2+ years of experience integrating or implementing complex systems including COTS, SaaS, and third party platforms using industry-standard frameworks and technologies.

• 2+ years of experience working within an architecture group on end to end strategic solutions and roadmaps.

• Deep knowledge of telecom domains including BSS/OSS (CRM, billing, order orchestration, inventory, assurance), AIOps, service assurance, field operations, customer experience, and digital channels.

• Practical experience with GenAI and LLMs (RAG, grounding, prompt engineering, evaluators, guardrails) and traditional ML (forecasting, anomaly detection, NLP, recommendations, CV optional).

• Knowledge of BSS, OSS, IT, and industry standards such as TMF, MEF, ITIL, IETF, IEEE (highly desired).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with leadership and developers.

• Proven ability to lead large matrix managed technical teams across internal groups and multiple vendors.

• Experience driving and delivering complex full stack end to end solutions with an understanding of how architectural decisions impact delivery.

• Ability to develop solution vision, create solution architecture, and map capabilities to systems, integrations, and technology choices in collaboration with business owners, SMEs, and IT delivery teams.

• Involved across all phases of project lifecycle—from intake through implementation—to ensure solution continuity and alignment with architectural blueprints.

• Participates in feature definition, user story grooming, estimation, solution development, and architecture gap/issue resolution.

• Facilitates and leads requirements analysis and solution design workshops; performs analysis to determine integration and solution needs.

• Engages with business partners, product owners, and stakeholders to understand pain points, translate needs into system requirements, and ensure alignment with architectural vision.

• Accountable for ensuring solutions are well engineered, operable, maintainable, aligned with enterprise architecture, feasible to deliver, and capable of generating expected business value.

• Collaborates closely with IT delivery teams (platform architects, technical leads), release management, and project managers to resolve dependencies and avoid cross project impacts.

• Drives system integration efforts by defining interface specifications, technical design documents, and end to end data flows using established methodologies and tools.

• Actively contributes to implementation tasks, including research, proof of concepts, prototyping, compatibility testing, and new technology evaluations.

• Identifies necessary non-functional requirements (performance, security, operational), and supports the creation of conceptual architecture.

Thanks & Regards

Venkatesh Kundurthi

Team Lead || ASCII Group, LLC

Office: (248)-476-7600

Ext. 104; Direct:

38345 W. 10 Mile Rd, Ste.#365; Farmington, MI 48335

Email:

Website:

Terms of Employment

• Full-Time, Permanent
• This position requires an Active TS/SCI.
• This position is onsite at Arlington, VA

Overview & Responsibilities

Join our client as a Senior Systems Architect & Integration Engineer supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force at the heart of national security. In this long-term role, you won’t just maintain systems – you will bridge the gap between complex Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data and the warfighter. You will design, integrate, and secure the next generation of targeting and collection management solutions using modern DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures.

You will…

• Lead the high-level solution architecture for complex ISR and Targeting systems, ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and aligned with Air Force mission objectives.
• Design and implement robust, secure API-based integrations to connect disparate DoD data sources, ensuring seamless interoperability across the enterprise.
• Architect and manage diverse data environments, utilizing both RDBMS and Polyglot (NoSQL) database solutions to handle high-velocity mission data.
• Oversee the deployment and orchestration of containerized applications using Kubernetes, ensuring a secure and automated CI/CD pipeline from development to production.
• Proactively identify and remediate vulnerabilities using tools like Fortify; ensure all solutions meet rigorous DoD cybersecurity standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
• Apply Design Thinking and agile methodologies to lead technical workstreams, translate mission requirements into engineering specifications, and mentor junior staff.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI/ML (including Gemini and LLMs) to automate collection management and enhance decision-making for ISR analysts.

Required Qualifications

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• 10+ years of post-degree, paid professional engineering experience (excluding internships).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Expertise in Object-Oriented Design (OOD) and System Integration.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and DevSecOps workflows.
• Deep knowledge of SQL and at least one NoSQL database platform (i.e. MongoDB Enterprise, Couchbase Server, MarkLogic, Apache Cassandra / DataStax, Apache HBase, ScyllaDB, Redis, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Neptune, Neo4j, Elasticsearch (ELK Stack), ArangoDB).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and briefings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the US Armed Forces (any rank/branch).
• Specific domain knowledge in ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), Targeting, or Collection Management.
• Familiarity with Cyber Scan tools like Fortify.

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Overview

Qualifications

·   Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent

·     One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house

·      Registration to practice before the USPTO

·      Strong technical writing and analytical skills

·      Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities

·      Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies

·      Collaboration with clients and other professionals

·      Conducting case discussions with clients

·      Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Benefits

·      Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·      Positive and collaborative team environment

·      Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states

·      Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

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Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

The Role:

The MEP Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems in various construction projects. This position involves collaboration with project managers, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure accurate budgeting and project forecasting for large-scale projects. The MEP Estimator plays a key role in the preconstruction process, contributing to informed decision-making and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed MEP estimates (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) for construction projects in the Mission Critical sector, in particular Data Centers
• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and addenda to determine project scope and required materials, labor, and equipment.
• Collaborate with internal teams (project management, engineering, procurement) and external parties (architects, subcontractors, vendors) to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from MEP subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and complete estimates.
• Prepare cost comparisons and value engineering options to optimize project efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality.
• Track and monitor market trends, material pricing, and labor costs to ensure estimates are current and competitive.
• Provide risk analysis and identify potential project challenges related to MEP systems and budgets.
• Participate in client and team meetings to present estimates, address questions, and explain cost drivers.
• Support bid submissions and negotiate with subcontractors/vendors as needed.
• Maintain and update estimating databases, templates, and historical cost data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in estimating MEP systems for construction projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, codes, and construction methods.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., OST, Bluebeam) and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of market conditions and pricing trends for MEP materials and labor.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in estimates and forecasts.
• Experience with design-build and preconstruction phases for large-scale commercial projects and familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) processes and technologies a plus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.

The Role:

The Estimator is responsible for the coordination of all project budgeting, including preparing quantity surveys, obtaining subcontractor pricing, reviewing historical cost data and ensuring compliance with scope of work, as well as offering construction feasibility and value engineering counsel. The Estimator must stay abreast of industry materials and labor pricing trends and developments to deliver accurate and timely estimates for preconstruction, hard bids, negotiated bids, value engineering, general conditions and systems studies and comparisons. The Estimator also provides administrative support to the Chief Estimator, engages in consistent communications with trade partners, maintains up-to-date records of bids, and manages the prequalification process for the hiring of trade partners.

Responsibilities:

Unit Cost Pricing:

• Clearly understand the complexity of the scope of work as shown on the construction documents
• Prepare detailed take offs of materials
• Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing man-hours, crews and equipment
• Organize the material and labor information for pricing
• Solicit material prices from suppliers
• Obtain current labor rates
• Prepare unit prices by "Building the Project in your Head."
• Verify and compare your unit prices or the price of a system with a subcontractor and previous similar estimates
• Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing

Subcontractor Solicitation & Selection:

• Prepare subcontractor list from S4 program, or manually
• Prepare Bid Invitations
• Prepare subcontractor bid packages including transmittals, drawings and specifications
• Follow up with subs regarding bidding and update the subcontractor list
• Prepare scope sheets for subcontractors, and review scope of work

Subcontractor Relationships & Feedback:

• Keep Subcontractors up to date with project information and addenda during the bidding process
• Answer subcontractor questions
• Prepare RFI's to the design team

Preconstruction Abilities:

• Assist the Senior Estimator with quantity take offs and subcontractor solicitation
• Prepare document lists and correspondence during pre-construction

Conceptual Estimating:

• Assist the Senior Estimator by preparing take off quantities of areas and counts of items

Hard Bid and Design Build Estimating:

• Procure drawings and specifications from architect or owner
• Date stamp all drawings and spec books
• Confirm SCCI is listed in all publications
• Confirm with architect/owner that all construction documents have been received and send documents to printer
• Put construction documents in plan room
• Create bid binder or bid box. Take off of items to be priced by SCCI. We should attempt to do a complete Control Estimate
• Attend site visits
• Read all assigned plans and specs completely
• Call to confirm local building permit rates
• Call the architect the day before the bid and confirm all addenda and supplemental information has been received
• Assist in the creation of bid packages for the subs

Turn Over Meetings:

• Assist the Senior Estimator in compiling the Turn Over Meeting package
• Attend the Turn Over Meeting

Exhibit B's & Scope Sheets:

• Assist the Senior Estimator with Exhibit B and scope sheet preparation

Quality Control of Departments Bids and Estimates:

• Prepare thorough scope of work spreadsheets. Always try to prepare a thorough control estimate for every trade you are responsible for. Meet deadlines and allow time for review of your work with the Senior or Chief Estimator

Bid Day Activities:

• Develop a "Plug" number for your trade using the most up to date information available the night before the bid
• Complete the scope of work/pricing spread sheets ASAP
• Follow up with subcontractors for any missing information
• Review all pricing and subcontractor information with the Senior and Chief Estimator

Post Bid Activities:

• Attend any review meetings with the Senior or Lead Estimator. If called to the table or awarded the bid, review the estimate and discuss strategy with the team for any holes, value management, or potential profit pockets
• Attend weekly staff meetings and report on status of assignments
• Attend Training classes as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in Estimating, or equivalent
• Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer skills
• Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs.
• Ability to take off material quantities from a set of SD, DD & CD documents and present information that is organized, thought out and easy to follow
• Understanding of Construction Documents
• Knowledge of the contents of each CSI section
• Ability to read & interpret blue prints in order to understand the scope of work at SD, DD and CD phases of design
• Ability to coordinate construction document plans, details and specifications
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

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