Engineering Structures Jobs in Dunn Loring Virginia

Job ID 3925

Division Mgr – Data Center Construction (Mid Atlantic)

Location: Herndon, VA area

Privately owned, highly respected civil and industrial contractor known for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Reputation is built on exemplary safety, quality, and reliability, Culture forward firm emphasizing integrity, accountability, teamwork, and pride in the work they deliver. Excellent environment for professionals looking to grow their careers while being part of a tight-knit, high-performing team.

This isn't just another leadership role — it's an opportunity to have a real impact on the infrastructure of your community, country, and the world. We're looking for a proven leader to take the helm of our Mid-Atlantic region as Division Manager, based in Herndon, VA. Responsible for full ownership over operations, data center project delivery, safety, and quality. Office has a staff of 25 including a Sr. Estimator, Business Development Mgr, and several field mgmt; this role will aid in all areas including budget and financial controls. In short, this is a "mini" President role.

The ideal candidate is aLOCAL Sr. Project Manager or Project Executive who is heavily experienced in data centers. Perfect for a candidate ready for their next career advancement— someone who has done the work, understands the business, is ready to lead with vision. You won't just manage projects; you'll grow a division, own a P&L, and use your existing relationships in the market while cultivating new ones—creating a market presence that drives sustainable growth in Data Center and Commercial Construction.

Responsibilities:

• Project delivery: Oversee multiple concurrent construction projects — on time, on budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.
• Business development: Drive new opportunities, build lasting client and subcontractor relationships, and secure repeat work through performance.
• Oversee estimating dept—“revenue producers” oversight: Guide bid strategy, approve final bids and change orders, and ensure every number aligns with divisional goals.
• Financial performance: Manage budgets, forecasts, and monthly cost reviews — with a relentless focus on profitability and cash flow.
• Staff leadership: Mentor project managers and superintendents, build a culture of accountability, and develop the next generation of leaders.
• Safety & quality: Champion a culture where safety is non-negotiable and quality is a source of pride.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in a Sr. leadership construction role successfully delivering data center projects in the $10M–$20M range.
• Local candidates within 50 mi. radius to the Herndon, VA is a MUST
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Strong business acumen across project management, operations, safety/quality, business development, finance, and contract negotiation
• Clean criminal background, valid driver's license and ability to pass drug testing

Compensation: $200k-$250 salary + Lucrative bonus with ability to “create your own destiny”

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 6% match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Accident and critical illness insurance options
• Paid holidays and vacation

ALL INQUIRIES ARE STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL!

Have an interest in learning more? Apply OR send your resume and project list to:

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 primary responsibility of the Senior Preconstruction Manager is to intake and steer construction opportunities through the RFP stage of estimating and preconstruction, all the way through a successful buyout and purchasing phase, before turning the project over to Operations. The Senior Preconstruction Manager will coordinate heavily with Corporate Operational leadership and resources, as well as the Estimating team for the purpose of submitting comprehensive proposals during the project pursuit and pre-construction phases. The successful candidate will be able to identify, coordinate, and communicate proposal development between all internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables from commencement of project pursuit with Corporate, Operational leadership and Estimating
• Review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability
• Identify all required deliverables for the project pursuit / pre-construction effort, and make assignments to the appropriate internal/external stakeholder
• Manage the project pursuit / pre-construction effort timeline, setting deadlines as required to ensure an on time and quality deliverable to the client
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to develop proposal documents as required
• Actively manage the client during the project pursuit / pre-construction effort and maintain a strong relationship throughout to help ensure success
• Assure potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with management
• Coordinate constructability resolutions and request pricing of alternative design concepts
• Ensure preliminary construction schedules are developed in accordance with estimates
• Review cost models during the pre-construction and bidding period
• Assist with contract documents
• Consult with Operation leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement activities
• Monitor design progress for compliance with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria for the purpose of revising proposals and coordinating resolution of constructability issues during design

Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field desired
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Construction
• Preferred multidisciplinary experience in several (but not all) of the following areas: Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations
• Estimating and scheduling experience desired
• Experience using computer-based estimating systems desired
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Adept at problem-solving in a manner that avoids conflicts between parties
• Represent the company in a positive manner
• Coordinate the responsibilities of others in the preparation of estimates and budgets
• Understand client-specific standards

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.

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 $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.

Role:

The Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the Mission Critical Estimating team, including identifying bid opportunities, managing the bid process, delivery of bids, staff development, making cost adjustments and assigning estimating personnel and resources.

This position can be located in Boston, MA, or Herndon, VA.

Responsibilities:

Department and Staff Management:

• Assign Estimating team members to projects. Balance and manage time of staff.
• Lead bid strategies.
• Create estimating templates and tools to increase overall effectiveness of the department.
• Create monthly estimating reports to track estimating success.
• Create and track the Mission Critical Estimating budget.
• Perform strategic and business planning for the department.
• Attend executive staff meetings.
• Develop talent on the Mission Critical Estimating team by coaching and providing feedback, and performing annual performance reviews. Create individual development plans for each staff member’s career growth.

Unit Cost Pricing:

• Prepare detailed take off of materials by clearly understanding the complexity of the scope(s) of work as shown on the construction documents.
• Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing production 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.
• Review all unit pricing on projects prepared by the Estimator. Make changes as required.
• Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing.
• Track all current market conditions.

Bid Activities:

• Review or compile GC's with the Senior Estimator and review with senior management.
• Assure on time delivery of bids and estimates, reviewing final plans and specifications with the Estimating team.
• Review of subcontractor selection and scopes and subcontractor/trade close outs on bid day.
• Review scope sheets and pricing with Estimating team members, ensuring that trade summary ties into bid form.
• Close out the subcontractor bid process.
• Review plans and specs with the lead Estimator.
• Assist the lead Estimator in directing additional staff assignments on bid day.
• Manage bid day activities by ensuring completion of bid forms, managing the clock and trying to develop a competitive advantage.
• Follow up with the client regarding bid results.
• Make Subcontractor, A/E fees, overhead, and fee recommendations to upper management.
• Identify pre-construction fees for Suffolk, where applicable

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field
• 15+ years of experience estimating Mission Critical projects
• Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer Skills
• Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs
• Ability to work with and manage a team
• Understanding of Construction Documents specific to Mission Critical projects
• 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.
• Ability to apply CD details to a conceptual set of documents to capture all cost impacts of the details.
• 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

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.

General Summary

John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia (JMAV) is seeking a full-time Superintendent in the Washington DC Metro area. The Superintendent will be responsible for leveraging your capacity for innovation & problem-solving to lead field operations to ensure an exceptional project is delivered to our clients. You will oversee self-performed and contracted work ensuring compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while also implementing a culture of safety and quality.

The Superintendent should be within daily driving distance of the Washington DC Metro area.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Superintendent will:

• Oversee the timely and quality installation of contracted work of either a total project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Moriarty employees and trade contractors and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure all work conditions are in compliance with company, contract, and government regulations
• Create and manage a plan to successfully sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel
• Ensure a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards
• Takes initiative and personal responsibility to deliver a project on schedule and on budget
• Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule and exhibit a command of critical schedule milestones with all project stakeholders
• Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a high functioning team
• Cultivate strong relationships with all project stakeholders
• Maintain professionalism while representing the company and team in internal and external meetings and interactions
• Possess working knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts, and vendor agreements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and demonstrate an understanding of key performance indicators (KPI) for the project
• Participate in close-out activities including punch list and building operations training
• Demonstrate advanced problem-solving capabilities in finding ways to overcome constant obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job

Education:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or relevant work experience

Work Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience required on construction projects. Large-scale commercial project experience is preferred.
• Experience in building high-rise residential, mixed-use, or higher education projects successfully from start to finish.
• 2+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams of internal/external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel
• OSHA 30-hour certification / eligibility
• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft, and P6
• Working knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations (i.e., OSHA)
• Alignment to Moriarty standards of self-motivation, results-oriented, adaptability, team builder, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship builder.

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require moderate physical activity
• Driving between sites, climbing stairs and ladders, walking on rough terrain, standing for extended periods of time

Work Environment:

• Work onsite, outdoors, in all weather conditions. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud. The employee will be regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.

The Company:

John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia (JMAV) is a privately held general contractor that specializes in large-scale, urban, ground-up projects such as mixed-use, multi-family, hotels, senior living, student housing, and biomedical. Exceptional for the industry, 100% of our projects are negotiated, with over 85% being with repeat clients.

Our approach is characterized by transparency, collaboration, attention to detail, and hands-on leadership. Our strong emphasis on pre-construction services and planning, proper staffing, and hiring best-in-class subcontractors sets our projects up for success. Our growth has been a result of outstanding execution in every phase of project delivery and unparalleled employee retention of the best people in the industry.

Our parent company, John Moriarty & Associates (JMA), was founded in 1985 in Winchester, MA and is one of the industry's most respected general contracting firms. Learn more about us at and Moriarty & Associates of Virginia participates in an E-Verify for all hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States by electronically matching information provided by employees on Form I-9 against records available to the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. More information can be found at

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 primary responsibility of the Preconstruction Manager is to intake and steer construction opportunities through the RFP stage of estimating and preconstruction, all the way through a successful buyout and purchasing phase, before turning the project over to Operations. The Preconstruction Manager will coordinate heavily with Corporate Operational leadership and resources, as well as the Estimating team for the purpose of submitting comprehensive proposals during the project pursuit and pre-construction phases. The successful candidate will be able to identify, coordinate, and communicate proposal development between all internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all project pursuit and pre-construction deliverables from commencement of project pursuit with Corporate, Operational leadership and Estimating
• Review project documentation for quality, content, and constructability
• Identify all required deliverables for the project pursuit / pre-construction effort, and make assignments to the appropriate internal/external stakeholder
• Manage the project pursuit / pre-construction effort timeline, setting deadlines as required to ensure an on time and quality deliverable to the client
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to develop proposal documents as required
• Actively manage the client during the project pursuit / pre-construction effort and maintain a strong relationship throughout to help ensure success
• Assure potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with management
• Coordinate constructability resolutions and request pricing of alternative design concepts
• Ensure preliminary construction schedules are developed in accordance with estimates
• Review cost models during the pre-construction and bidding period
• Assist with contract documents
• Consult with Operation leadership, scheduling, estimating, legal, cost control, and procurement activities
• Monitor design progress for compliance with defined cost, schedule, and quality criteria for the purpose of revising proposals and coordinating resolution of constructability issues during design

Qualifications:

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field desired
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction
• Preferred multidisciplinary experience in several (but not all) of the following areas: Preconstruction, Estimating, and Operations
• Estimating and scheduling experience desired
• Experience using computer-based estimating systems desired
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Adept at problem-solving in a manner that avoids conflicts between parties
• Represent the company in a positive manner
• Coordinate the responsibilities of others in the preparation of estimates and budgets
• Understand client-specific standards

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.

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.

Our client, North Americas top General Contractor, is seeking a Senior Project Executive to oversee their large scale Data Center group/projects in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Assumes overall accountability for jobsite safety
• Assumes overall accountability for meeting contract requirements
• Verifies the accuracy of project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements and resolve potential claims and deviations
• Ensures team creates a project-specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and contract documents
• Ensures a team creates a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents
• Provides leadership in motivating the project team(s) and maintain a positive work environment
• Directs and supervises work of project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities and maintain satisfactory relationships with owners, subcontractors, unions, etc.
• Assumes overall accountability of subcontracting strategy and the integrity of the buyout process on all projects
• Negotiate all aspects of contracts, lead implementation of risk mitigation plan, final review of draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
• Assumes overall accountability to ensure project compliance with the insurance and bonds
• Manages the design phase of a GMP or design build project; leads and oversees the development of GMP/ lump sum submission
• Oversees schedule planning and execution of multiple projects; accountable for the management of schedule risks that lead to erosion and provides guidance in strategies and actions to prevent risk
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of the local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy
• Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans and account plans. Optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales. Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that help position our firm as the ”Builder of Choice”
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 12-18 years of experience leading data center construction projects
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong technical and communication skills are critical
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Leadership and management skills
• Knowledge of industry standard software Microsoft Office (preferred)

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

L.F. Jennings, Inc. is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our Masonry division. The Project Engineer role supports the project management team and overall success of the project. They are responsible for oversight of through reviewing designs and plans. The Project Engineer is a critical component of the team through document managing, providing trade partner support, planning, and execution.

As a part of the Masonry division, you will...

• Maintain record documents. Know the contract drawings/specifications. Recognize disparities between contract drawings and specifications.
• Set up and submit requests for information.
• Review shop drawings and product submittals for conformance with the contract documents and for coordination with the work of other trades.
• Track change orders. Prepare CO proposals as assigned. Develop feel for value of work, either through review of original unit prices or own observations and experiences.
• Develop an understanding of the sequence of work. Review and interpret the project schedule.
• Be able to read/interpret layout drawings. Understand the fundamentals of layout, and the use of instruments and other layout tools.
• Examine contract drawings for conflicts. Recognize where conflicts are most likely to occur.
• Prepare correspondence as assigned.
• Develop clear, concise writing style.
• Know and use appropriate mediums of communication.

As an ideal candidate, you will have...

• a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent,
• previous experience in a Construction Management Internship or Co-Op position preferred,
• experience with construction software is preferred (i.e. Procore, Primavera P6, Viewpoint, etc.),
• evidenced leadership,
• critical thinking and decision-making capability,
• a desire to learn and experience construction,
• excellent oral and written communication,
• ability to prioritize, manage time,
• accountability,
• ability to establish relationships with internal and external partners.

L.F. Jennings, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, including a strong bonus program, medical, dental, and vision insurance, long term disability, voluntary life insurance and AD&D, an employee assistance program, 401(k) with employer match, and a profit sharing plan.

L.F. Jennings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug testing required.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder)

UI/UX Designer (Hybrid – Arlington, VA)

4 days onsite | Remote Fridays

We’re looking for a thoughtful, product-driven UI/UX Designer to join a high-impact Platform Team in Arlington, VA. This is a hybrid role (onsite Monday–Thursday, remote Fridays) focused on designing intuitive, data-informed experiences across internal business applications and customer-facing workflows.

This role is ideal for a designer who thrives in complexity — someone who can translate intricate systems and multi-user workflows into seamless, scalable experiences.

What You’ll Work On

• Internal-facing business applications (communications platforms, customer hubs, operational tools)
• Data-rich experiences that surface insights (customer interactions, behavioral data, property attributes, etc.)
• Customer application experiences for new and existing users
• Associate dashboards to streamline lease submissions and workflow management
• Platform-level design initiatives that support scalable systems

What We’re Looking For

• Strong foundation in both UI and UX design
• Deep understanding of Design Thinking principles
• Experience designing internal-facing business applications
• Ability to design complex, multi-user workflows
• Experience leveraging data to inform experience strategy and decisions
• Strong background in mobile-first design
• Experience gathering and synthesizing insights from user testing methods
• Experience contributing to and maturing design systems
• Understanding of designing with object-oriented capabilities in mind (no coding required, but an understanding of system constraints is important)

What Makes You Stand Out

• Comfortable working across product, engineering, and business stakeholders
• Strong systems thinker who can balance user needs with technical constraints
• Experience designing for data-heavy environments
• Ability to simplify complex operational processes into elegant user experiences

If you’re passionate about building scalable platforms, improving internal workflows, and shaping customer experiences through thoughtful design, we’d love to connect.

Build Your Future in Construction Management

Our client, a fast-growing construction firm in Washington, DC, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join their team. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact on exciting projects across the city, this is your chance to step into a role with real growth potential.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Be Part of the Action: Work on diverse projects that shape the DC skyline and community.
• Learn + Grow: Get hands-on mentorship from experienced project managers who want to see you succeed.
• Career Acceleration: This isn’t just another job- it’s a launchpad for a long-term career in construction management.
• Team Culture: Collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking. You’ll never be “just a number” here.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist Project Managers with day-to-day coordination of construction projects.
• Support scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Communicate with field teams, clients, and partners to keep everyone aligned.
• Track project documentation and make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

What We’re Looking For:

• A recent grad or early-career professional with a background in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and a love for problem-solving.
• A self-starter attitude- you see what needs to get done and make it happen.
• Clear, confident communication (with teams, clients, and everyone in between).
• Tech-savvy- comfortable with construction software, spreadsheets, and collaboration tools.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary + growth opportunities.
• Mentorship and professional development programs.
• Exposure to high-impact projects in the heart of Washington, DC.
• A culture that values your voice, ideas, and ambitions.

This is your chance to step into a role where your work matters from day one. If you’re ready to grow your career in construction and be part of something big, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and start building your future.

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.

Role:

The Director of Estimating is responsible for managing the Mission Critical Estimating team, including identifying bid opportunities, managing the bid process, delivery of bids, staff development, making cost adjustments and assigning estimating personnel and resources.

This position can be located in Boston, MA, or Herndon, VA.

Responsibilities:

Department and Staff Management:

• Assign Estimating team members to projects. Balance and manage time of staff.
• Lead bid strategies.
• Create estimating templates and tools to increase overall effectiveness of the department.
• Create monthly estimating reports to track estimating success.
• Create and track the Mission Critical Estimating budget.
• Perform strategic and business planning for the department.
• Attend executive staff meetings.
• Develop talent on the Mission Critical Estimating team by coaching and providing feedback, and performing annual performance reviews. Create individual development plans for each staff member’s career growth.

Unit Cost Pricing:

• Prepare detailed take off of materials by clearly understanding the complexity of the scope(s) of work as shown on the construction documents.
• Prepare detailed labor estimates utilizing production 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.
• Review all unit pricing on projects prepared by the Estimator. Make changes as required.
• Understand the influence of market conditions on pricing.
• Track all current market conditions.

Bid Activities:

• Review or compile GC's with the Senior Estimator and review with senior management.
• Assure on time delivery of bids and estimates, reviewing final plans and specifications with the Estimating team.
• Review of subcontractor selection and scopes and subcontractor/trade close outs on bid day.
• Review scope sheets and pricing with Estimating team members, ensuring that trade summary ties into bid form.
• Close out the subcontractor bid process.
• Review plans and specs with the lead Estimator.
• Assist the lead Estimator in directing additional staff assignments on bid day.
• Manage bid day activities by ensuring completion of bid forms, managing the clock and trying to develop a competitive advantage.
• Follow up with the client regarding bid results.
• Make Subcontractor, A/E fees, overhead, and fee recommendations to upper management.
• Identify pre-construction fees for Suffolk, where applicable

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field
• 15+ years of experience estimating Mission Critical projects
• Quantity Surveys, Take off skills, Computer Skills
• Working knowledge of Excel spread sheets, and Word processing programs
• Ability to work with and manage a team
• Understanding of Construction Documents specific to Mission Critical projects
• 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.
• Ability to apply CD details to a conceptual set of documents to capture all cost impacts of the details.
• 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

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.

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