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Cost Estimation

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Cost estimation is the process of forecasting the financial resources required to complete a project, product, or service, based on factors like materials, labor, time, and overhead. It's widely used by construction estimators, project managers, engineers, and software developers to create budgets and proposals before work begins. Accurate cost estimation relies on historical data, parametric models, and expert judgment to minimize the risk of budget overruns.

Cost Estimation in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

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Open roles requiring Cost Estimation (21)

Civil Engineer

U.S. Coast Guard

Full-time · Yorktown, VA · $90,838 – $118,092

This federal position oversees the design, construction, and renovation of Coast Guard facilities ranging from buildings and airfields to navigation aids and infrastructure. It suits experienced civil engineers seeking stable government employment with defined career progression and responsibility for complex, multifaceted projects.

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Supervisory Interdisciplinary Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Omaha, NE · $106,437 – $145,483

This federal supervisory role leads a cost engineering team developing budget estimates and construction schedules for complex military and civil works projects. It suits experienced engineers or architects comfortable reviewing contractor proposals, managing multi-million-dollar change orders, and working within government procurement processes.

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Interdisciplinary Architect/General Engineer/Community Planner

Architect of the Capitol

Full-time · Washington, DC · $85,447 – $158,322

This federal role manages complex planning and engineering projects at the Capitol, involving infrastructure assessment, facilities development, and coordination across multiple agencies. It suits experienced architects, engineers, or planners who can lead multi-million-dollar initiatives and translate policy into built outcomes.

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Interior Designer - Intermittent - Not to Exceed 1 Year

Veterans Health Administration

Contract · Phoenix, AZ · $78,117 – $101,558

This role manages the complete interior design program for a VA healthcare facility, overseeing everything from concept through installation for new construction and renovations. It suits experienced interior designers who thrive coordinating with vendors, managing multi-year project schedules, and ensuring designs comply with federal healthcare standards.

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Supervisory Budget Analyst

U.S. Army Forces Command

Fort Irwin, CA · $124,085 – $161,313

This federal budget management role leads a team developing financial strategies and budget processes for a major military training center. It suits experienced budget analysts ready to step into supervisory responsibility and work on complex defense program financing.

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Cost Analyst, SSC/FMC

Space Systems Command

Los Angeles, CA · $104,349 – $161,313

The U.S. Space Force seeks a quantitatively skilled cost analyst to lead estimation and modeling for defense weapon systems, applying statistical methods and operations research to guide acquisitions within budget constraints. This is a direct-hire federal position requiring top-secret clearance and expertise in cost-effectiveness analysis, data collection, and predictive modeling for military technology.

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Supervisory Construction Analyst

Small Business Administration

Citrus Heights, CA · $106,437

This federal supervisory role oversees construction analysis and damage verification operations for disaster-affected properties within the Small Business Administration's Damage Verification Center, directing subordinate supervisors and staff in evaluating residential and business damage claims. The position requires significant prior experience in construction assessment, damage evaluation, and team leadership in a technical supervisory capacity.

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PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (CONSTRUCTION)

Air National Guard Units

Kirtland AFB, New Mexico · $62,392 – $81,114

This military position manages the workflow and resources for construction and facility maintenance operations within an Air National Guard Civil Engineering Squadron. It suits military members or those eligible to join the National Guard who have experience coordinating work orders, scheduling projects, and managing logistics systems.

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Supervisory IT Specialist (Project Manager), GS-2210-15 FPL GS-15 (DH)

Federal Student Aid

Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200

This federal role oversees IT project management for student aid programs, requiring someone to lead project teams, manage complex portfolios across multi-million-dollar modernization efforts, and implement governance frameworks while supervising staff and coordinating with vendors. It suits an experienced project manager or PMO leader comfortable with federal technology initiatives, government acquisition processes, and Agile methodologies at enterprise scale.

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Program Analyst (Acquisitions)

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

Full-time · Washington, DC · $102,415 – $191,965

A federal role managing IT hardware, software, and services contracts for the U.S. judicial system, focusing particularly on software licensing agreements. The work involves contract development, vendor evaluation, and acting as the contracting officer's representative between courts and suppliers.

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