• Chief Estimator

    Actalent (Conshohocken, PA)


    Job Title: Chief Estimator

    Job Description

    We are seeking a Chief Estimator who thrives in a large, integrated services company with a focus on Life Sciences, Pharma, and Biotech GmP projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large, dispersed teams and handling projects valued at over $100 million.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and lead innovative estimating standards and processes.

    + Promote continuous learning and improvement in estimating to enhance risk/reward outcomes.

    + Own and drive estimating strategy and specialty differentiation.

    + Manage estimating standards, staffing, and training across corporate and regional teams.

    + Lead and mentor the estimating team, fostering trust and collaboration.

    + Conduct performance reviews and oversee career development.

    + Approve departmental costs and develop annual business plans.

    + Participate in risk reviews and support regional bidding and LEAN practices.

    + Serve as Lead Estimator when needed and coordinate deliverables with leadership.

    Essential Skills

    + Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.

    + 15+ years in the AEC industry with leadership in cross-functional estimating teams.

    + Strong conceptual and detailed estimating skills; IPD and Life Sciences experience preferred.

    + Proficient in project logistics, scheduling, and estimating software (e.g., Sage, OnScreen Takeoff).

    + Skilled in Microsoft Office; excellent communication and organizational abilities.

    + Experience with Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Science & Technology projects.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Project management or pre-construction background .

    + Experience in life science construction, pharmaceutical construction, biotechnology construction, and GmP construction.

    + Blueprint reading, project management, commercial construction, schedule management, and budget analysis.

    Work Environment

    This role offers the flexibility to work from any location near an office, with the opportunity to adopt a hybrid work model. Join a large, expanding company that provides a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $250000.00 - $315000.00/yr.

     

    the company offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Conshohocken,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.