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Posted August 21, 2026

Senior Construction Estimator - Federal

Global Go
Birmingham, AL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Global Go is a General Contractor seeking a Senior Construction Estimator specializing in federal projects. You will play a key role in subcontractor sourcing, cost and price buildups, buyouts and project kickoffs on significant federal construction jobs with clients such as USACE, NAVFAC, GSA and other government agencies. This position reports directly to the company president and offers clear career progression opportunities, including leadership and mentoring roles.


Candidates should submit resumes with detailed project histories demonstrating a strong track record on federal or large commercial/industrial projects. Federal construction experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Estimate labor, material, and time requirements for federal construction projects.
  • Develop project budgets, utilizing subcontractor quotes as well as estimating direct contract labor and materials.
  • Analyze drawings and specifications to prepare accurate estimates.
  • Interface with clients, subcontractors and colleagues.
  • Negotiate with contractors to secure fair and reasonable costs.
  • Utilize Building Connected, Procore, Bluebeam and/or similar programs, apps and software in the estimating process.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in construction estimating
  • Bachelor’s Degree in any field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with construction estimating, particularly federal projects.
  • Proficiency in RS Means or similar estimating software.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or similar field.
  • Field experience.
\nCompany Description

Global Go is a Birmingham-based, growing contractor, primarily for the federal government, that works in construction, emergency and disaster response, as well as logistics. We frequently have work out of state and overseas. Working with federal and state government agencies, commercial entities, non-profit organizations, international groups and contractors around the world, we provide services in general contracting, construction management, and the provision of personnel, housing, life support, medical treatment, transportation, project management and procurement of goods and services.

Global Go’s executive leadership is recognized for its creative and flexible business solutions to complex problems. Our success is directly attributable to our prioritizing safety, client satisfaction, and efficient communication and operations. We thrive in fast-paced, high-intensity situations. We work to design the best solutions for our customers. Understanding that each project presents its own challenges, we integrate our competencies to provide solutions that fit each customer and project. We bring to the table three decades of experience in contingency and construction operations as well as strategic alliances in order to deliver to our clients the best possible results.

Company Description

Global Go is a Birmingham-based, growing contractor, primarily for the federal government, that works in construction, emergency and disaster response, as well as logistics. We frequently have work out of state and overseas. Working with federal and state government agencies, commercial entities, non-profit organizations, international groups and contractors around the world, we provide services in general contracting, construction management, and the provision of personnel, housing, life support, medical treatment, transportation, project management and procurement of goods and services. \r\n\r\nGlobal Go’s executive leadership is recognized for its creative and flexible business solutions to complex problems. Our success is directly attributable to our prioritizing safety, client satisfaction, and efficient communication and operations. We thrive in fast-paced, high-intensity situations. We work to design the best solutions for our customers. Understanding that each project presents its own challenges, we integrate our competencies to provide solutions that fit each customer and project. We bring to the table three decades of experience in contingency and construction operations as well as strategic alliances in order to deliver to our clients the best possible results.

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