Job Description
Architectural Cost Estimator (Structural) – Airports & Infrastructure Work on projects that shape how people travel! Join a team delivering complex, high-impact airport and infrastructure projects across the country—where your estimates directly influence multi-million dollar decisions. Company Overview Connico is a leading national construction consultancy known for its extraordinary team and commitment to superior client service. Founded in 1990, we offer highly specialized consulting services unique to the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. As experts in aviation and transportation, we assist owners, architects, engineers, and planners with cost estimating, scheduling, planning, and project management. Position Summary As an Architectural Cost Estimator (Specialist), you will support the development of detailed cost estimates for architectural and structural systems on complex infrastructure projects, including airports. This role is ideal for someone who is technically strong, detail-oriented, and ready to take ownership of project scopes, while continuing to grow in both estimating expertise and leadership influence. You will work closely with senior estimators and cross-disciplinary teams, contributing to high-quality deliverables while helping to train and support junior staff. What You’ll Do Execute Estimating & Project Delivery Perform quantity takeoffs (QTO) and develop cost estimates across multiple project phases Analyze plans and specifications to identify scope gaps, conflicts, and inconsistencies Develop preliminary estimates with limited information and validate against benchmarks Quantify and price materials and labor for structural and architectural systems Support estimate reconciliations by presenting quantities, assumptions, and cost drivers Drive Technical Accuracy & Analysis Apply conceptual estimating techniques and standardized reporting methods Conduct quality checks on takeoffs, pricing, and cost buildups Maintain accu
