Engineering Structures Scimago Jobs in Reston, VA

• Review RFPs/RFIs/RFQs to develop proposal plans, kickoff materials, and response strategies.
• Develop proposal outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and task assignments.
• Coordinate and facilitate proposal reviews to verify compliance with solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and formatting requirements.
• Interview with SMEs to gather technical, programmatic, and operational information.
• Write and edit major proposal sections, including executive summaries, technical volumes, management approaches, past performance, qualifications, and resumes.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, user friendly narrative tailored for federal evaluators. friendly narrative tailored for federal evaluators.
• Review and rewrite proposal inputs to improve quality, accuracy, and alignment with win themes.
• Edit proposals for completeness, clarity, organization, readability, and editorial consistency.
• Ensure all content adheres to solicitation of instructions, federal standards, internal templates, and style guidelines.
• Develop and maintain proposal libraries, templates, style guides, and past performance repositories.
• Maintain a comprehensive inventory of opportunities-current, historical, and planned.
• Keep contract matrices, past performance information, and boilerplate content up to date.
• Provide documentation support for internal policies, technical documents, and corporate procedures, including software development and network processes.
• Select and develop graphics, illustrations, and layouts that enhance proposal readability and impact.
• Support the creation of materials for technical seminars, leadership briefings, and proposal related presentation.
• Maintain subject matter expertise through continuous learning, participation in professional development opportunities, and networking. matter expertise through continuous learning, participation in professional development opportunities, and networking.
• Ensure quality results by following proposal writing standards, templates, compliance tools, and best practices for readability and tone.

• 6 to 8 years of commensurate experience with a Masters degree or 8 to 10 years of commensurate experience with a Bachelors degree or equivalent.
• Must have hands on experience performing compliance checks across all volumes, attachments, and required forms.
• Must have experience reviewing RFPs/RFIs/RFQs to develop proposal plans, kickoff materials, and response strategies.
• Strong understanding of federal procurement, including FAR, Section L/M compliance, and technical volume development.
• Knowledge of selecting and developing graphics, illustrations, and layouts that enhance proposal readability and impact.
• Experience supporting federal contracting, IT services, professional services, or HR/shared services.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information, write persuasively, and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and common proposal collaboration tools.
• Ability to coordinate inputs from SMEs and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.

Chantilly, VA - Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. Responsible for operating the lab with the highest quality, safety, and integrity in an efficient and economical manner.

Pay Range: $110,000+ per year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• HealthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 \"MyDay\" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

• Plan, assign, and direct work in the laboratory. Serve as liaison with other areas as needed.
• Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions. Identify and implement training programs as necessary to ensure they receive training in supervisory skill development.
• Define, coordinate, and monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of the department Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
• Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training, and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities. Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such.
• Review test performance, drive process improvements, and project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines.
• Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflect the current process.
• Coordinate R&D activities as they relate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committees, and business unit committees as needed.
• Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget.
• Resolve problems through interaction with clients.
• Define, coordinate, and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls, and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a biological, chemical or physical science from an accredited institution

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Certifications:

ASCP Certification

Required Work Experience:

Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.

Preferred Experience in:

• Protein Electrophoresis
• Automated Chemistry Analysis
• Enzyme Immunoassay
• Immunofixation

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers, and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

• Must be able to understand written work instructions and Drawings for a wide range of products to properly assemble the final product to the highest of quality standards and with zero scrap or rework.

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• Assemble components and products of varying size and complexity which includes preparing, cleaning, and inspecting of parts of assembled components and assemblies.
  
• Meets the expected assembly timelines that are outlined on production orders
  
• Ask questions when instructions are not understood or clear
  
• Remain focused on production orders and assembly responsibilities throughout the day
  
• Performs any combination of the above duties from the functions above. Cross-train on various functions in order to provide flexibility and support across production operations.
  
• Must maintain a safe and clean working environment through compliance with procedures, policies and regulations.
  
• Notify Engineering of issues during assembly or suggested improvements
  
• Assists in inventory Cycle counting as needed and notify supervisor of low stock levels
  
• Train new employees on assembling components and products
  

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• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
  
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.
  

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of working experience with mechanical, electrical, or optical assembly in a manufacturing environment. Experience with soldering capability in a similar position preferred.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

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• Strong attention to detail
  
• Strong ability to work well in a group atmosphere and comply with high quality standards.
  
• Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
  
• Must be able to understand written work instructions and schematics for a wide range of products to properly assemble the final product. Basic mathematic skills are required. Must be proficient in reading blueprints and possess familiarity with standard parts and tools utilized in soldering processes.
  

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We'll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We'll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you'll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.

Monitor assigned projects for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company's Standard Operating Procedures.

Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction.

Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope. This includes Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Career Start Project Engineers and Co-ops.

Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel and methods of construction.

Serve as an advocate for Field Operations.

Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department.

Pre-construction/Estimating:

• Participate in Sales Presentations and pre-construction services
• Review projects for constructability, develop a plan for construction
• Prepare a summary baseline schedule by providing the logic and durations of major work activities to the scheduler
• Confirm baseline schedule achieves the delivery requirements of the project
• Create site access and staging/sequencing plans and conduct technical reviews
• Provide input on budgets and determine field staff requirements
• Attend the Project Turnover meeting
• Provide the Project Team input on scope reviews and Exhibit \"B\"s

Construction; Responsible for implementing all Suffolk policies and procedures including:

• Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluations
• Weekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentation
• Ensure that field personnel are performing to established standards
• Oversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for compliance
• Provide leadership in the monthly update and narrative process
• Confirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications
• Review project schedules during weekly visit, highlighting potential challenges
• Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible
• Ensure timely completion of punch lists
• Participate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensures timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are kept

Client Relationships and Meeting Management:

• Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projects
• Attend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly
• Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions
• Communicate relevant information to project teams
• Foster and maintain effective working relationships with team members

Training:

• Coordinate field training in job specific and safety training
• Ensure that field staff are trained according to Suffolk guidelines
• Participate in design and delivery of Suffolk-specific training

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and experience relative to size/scope of projects
• Minimum of 15 years of general contracting with a focus on mission critical/data center experience
• Each project has specific characteristics regarding size, complexity, sector etc, which dictate the precise years of experience and industry knowledge necessary for success, above and beyond generic construction knowledge and experience
• Applicable area licenses
• The ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
• Business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processes
• Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction
• Judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
• A strong sense of urgency and initiative, and the ability to quickly study complex issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
• Excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to interact effectively with senior management, and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair manner
• 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.

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.

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Fire Safety Specialist to provide support for a Facilities and Life Support Contract performed at an overseas location.

Essential Job Duties

• Must have a willingness to work on a call-in basis to resolve equipment deficiencies impacting facility operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Active in scope Secret security clearance.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the installation of fire detection, alarm, control, and suppression systems.
• Must have reach-back capability of a professional engineer licensee resource available that holds, as a minimum, a National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III and be a certified technician in fire protection systems who is legally qualified to practice in the United States with the requisite experience.

Work Environment

• Must reside at an overseas location.
• Long hours, exposure to harsh weather and other hazardous conditions.
• Wearing of location appropriate PPE and clothing when in the field is required.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

CoAspire ( ) is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation's warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia's vibrant community.

Position: We are seeking a highly-experienced General Counsel to join our Legal Department. You will lead legal advisory services and strategic guidance for our business lines, serving as a trusted advisor to the owners, senior leadership team and program leaders. This position will provide strategic legal counsel and expert guidance on a range of matters critical to the success and growth of our defense manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in all aspects of US federal government contracts, ideally DoW contracts, as well as reviewing and negotiating agreements with subcontractors and other companies. This position will work across multiple divisions of the company and include interacting with external counsel retained for specialized services. US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on all aspects of U.S. federal government contracts, including FAR, DFARS, and agency specific regulations for contract formation, negotiation, performance, modification, compliance, and closeout. Provide legal risk assessments for bids, proposals, and ongoing contracts.
• Advise on cost allowability, contract claims/disputes, contract terminations, and bid protests.
• Oversee the negotiation of teaming agreements, NDAs, subcontracts, and other related agreements with primes, subcontractors, and commercial partners.
• Assist in responding to government audits, investigations, and inquiries, including from the DCAA, DCMA, and OIG.
• Support internal compliance programs, training, and policy development related to government contracting.
• Engage and coordinate with outside counsel as directed by ownership.
• Provide expertise on questions of corporate authority to engage in various transactions.
• Collaborate with contracts, finance, procurement, engineering, and program teams to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Lead or assist with prime contract and subcontract negotiations, pre-award support, and post-award counseling.
• Represent CoAspire on internal and external USG legal issues, including intellectual property, data rights, and export controls.

Qualifications:

• 0-8 years of relevant experience in government contracts law, ideally including experience in the defense or aerospace sector.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Requires the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or higher security clearance.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal procurement regulations.
• Experience with government contract disputes, claims, and bid protests.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Desired Skills:

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Prior in-house counsel experience in the defense or government services industry.
• Experience working with classified or export-controlled programs (ITAR, EAR).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements in government contracting (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-171).
• Background in supporting international government contracts and FMS/Direct Commercial Sales.
• Experience advising on information security statutes, regulations, and compliance frameworks, including FISMA and DFARS.
• Aerospace defense industry experience, particularly in manufacturing or production programs.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

Apply now! We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Let's build the future together. No agencies, please.

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Job Title: Lead Java Developer

Location: McLean, VA or Richmond, VA

Duration: Long Term

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java, Spring ecosystem, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies, and will lead a team of developers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Must Have:

Java, Open Source Spring, MVC

Preferred:

Angular

Stack: AWS , EC2 , Fargate, ECS, S3, Lambda, Cloudwatch

JD:

API, Micro-services and UI Application

System Design

Supporting the existing application, BAU work

Run the engine

Building new components for customer , API Dev, UI Dev

Design, Dev, Deloyment of Applciation

Write, Maintain, Review, Testing of others code

Mentor junior members if needed

80 % Backend, 20% UI

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree

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.