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Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.
Key Responsibilities
Execute construction estimating, project controls, and scheduling deliverables based on design plans, specifications, and site surveys
Prepare detailed tables, figures, and reports for cost tracking and project control
Review cost and pricing documents for accuracy, realism, and reasonableness
Conduct market research by contacting external vendors and suppliers
Evaluate subcontractor performance against scope, schedule, budget, and specifications
Ensure all deliverables are high-quality and error-free through complete QA/QC reviews
Support risk assessments related to cost, productivity, equipment requirements, and labor
Qualifications to be successful in the role
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Finance
Minimum of 6 years of experience as a cost/price estimator in construction, engineering, or architectural fields
Strong understanding of construction methods, labor productivity, equipment requirements, and cost structures
Experience producing competitive commercial estimates and assessing cost risks
Familiarity with contract terms, cost realism, and risk management
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, engineers, and government staff
Ability to travel to any Port of Entry within client ‘span of control
Why Planate? Planate Management Group is an A/AE/OEE Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Full‑time employees enjoy the following benefits
Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance
401K plan eligibility upon hire
Health and Savings Account plan
Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
Short‑Term Disability Insurance Coverage
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Wellness Offering
Training and Development
License/Certification support
Recognition and Rewards program
Travel Insurance
We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client’s mission!
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Architecture and Planning.
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Hybrid: Cost/Price Estimator
role at
Realty Tax Challenge
Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.
Key Responsibilities
Execute construction estimating, project controls, and scheduling deliverables based on design plans, specifications, and site surveys
Prepare detailed tables, figures, and reports for cost tracking and project control
Review cost and pricing documents for accuracy, realism, and reasonableness
Conduct market research by contacting external vendors and suppliers
Evaluate subcontractor performance against scope, schedule, budget, and specifications
Ensure all deliverables are high-quality and error-free through complete QA/QC reviews
Support risk assessments related to cost, productivity, equipment requirements, and labor
Qualifications to be successful in the role
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Finance
Minimum of 6 years of experience as a cost/price estimator in construction, engineering, or architectural fields
Strong understanding of construction methods, labor productivity, equipment requirements, and cost structures
Experience producing competitive commercial estimates and assessing cost risks
Familiarity with contract terms, cost realism, and risk management
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, engineers, and government staff
Ability to travel to any Port of Entry within client ‘span of control
Why Planate? Planate Management Group is an A/AE/OEE Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Full‑time employees enjoy the following benefits
Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance
401K plan eligibility upon hire
Health and Savings Account plan
Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
Short‑Term Disability Insurance Coverage
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Wellness Offering
Training and Development
License/Certification support
Recognition and Rewards program
Travel Insurance
We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client’s mission!
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Architecture and Planning.
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