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 accurate cost data, assemblies, and estimating databases
Support value engineering and life-cycle cost analysis efforts
Collaborate Across Teams
Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure complete and accurate project scope coverage
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations
Communicate clearly with internal teams and stakeholders on project updates and risks
Support Team Development
Provide day-to-day technical guidance to Analysts
Support onboarding and skill development through hands-on training
Contribute to development of best practices, templates, and training materials
Engage with Clients
Participate in client meetings and discussions related to assigned scopes
Support strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable delivery
Assist in site visits and industry engagement opportunities as needed
What You Bring
6+ years of architectural and/or structural estimating experience
Strong experience with structural systems (steel, concrete, foundations, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven ability to develop accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
Experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality work on deadlines
Proficiency in estimating tools (OST, MII, Success, Timberline, etc.)
Strong knowledge of MasterFormat, UniFormat, and construction documents
Ability to interpret architectural, civil, and engineering drawings across design phases
Industry certifications such as CCP, CPE, RICS, CEP, PMP, or similar
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook, Word)
Aviation project experience is not required, but preferred.
Why Join Connico
Salary range $110,000 - $135,000 with bonus opportunities (commensurate with experience)
Opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility airport and infrastructure projects
Strong culture of collaboration, respect, and technical excellence
Clear growth path into Senior-level roles and beyond