Mid Level Senior Cost Estimator Jobs
Mid level senior cost estimator jobs go to professionals ready to own project estimates end to end, mentor junior estimators, and defend cost assumptions with limited oversight. Positions are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote work, and employers like Pyrovio, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Turner & Townsend hiring at this level now.
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We hire military.
Can you translate quantitative data into insight? If so, we want you to join our growing Business Analytics team at Quantech Services, Inc.
Overview / Customer Profile
Seeking energetic professionals with expertise in cost, statistical, economic, and/or quantitative analysis to support Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition programs within the United States Air Force (USAF) and United States Space Force (USSF).
Our clients require analytical support for a wide range of systems including aircraft, radars, IT, agile DevSecOps, cyber, and ISR missions. We support a number of DoD Software Factories implementing agile development frameworks, bringing together disparate systems from multiple services and common development platforms for weapon systems with common tools and continuous authority to operate. This is an opportunity to develop skills in cost, schedule, and risk analysis while contributing to the successful development of cutting-edge modern weapon systems.
General Responsibilities
Collaborate with a team of Quantech cost analysts and subject matter experts on a variety of projects.
Develop life cycle cost estimates for DoD weapon system programs.
Analyze historical data and develop analogies and cost estimating relationships using regression analysis.
Understand technology trends and analyze the impact on cost.
Analyze software program progress tracking tools (JIRA, Microsoft TFS, etc.) and develop metrics and insights for program managers.
Interview functional specialists in support of estimating methodology development.
Develop risk distributions for cost driver variables and cost estimating relationship equations.
Analyze program schedules and quantify schedule uncertainty.
Study, analyze, and develop metrics for complex modern software development programs.
Build complex spreadsheet-based program cost models used as decision analysis tools.
Apply statistics concepts to quantify the probability of success for program budget and schedule plans.
Conduct business case analyses, trade studies, and economic analyses.
Assist program managers in development and execution of contract strategies and program plans.
Candidate Strengths
Proficient in analyzing datasets and developing statistical models, but also able to tackle problems by thinking outside of the box.
Technical fast learner with the ability to communicate with multiple functional teams to gather programmatic and technical data and translate it into cost impacts for the government.
Experienced problem solver, comfortable working in ambiguous environments with the ability to lead financially focused conversations with cross-functional teams.
Approachable team player with the skillset to successfully work a variety of projects and take direction from multiple sources at once.
Salary information is a general guide only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as business and market considerations.
Salary range: 90k-92k
Requirements
Active Secret clearance required: Top Secret a plus.
Three to five years of DoD or USG cost analysis experience or relevant experience in quantitative analysis positions such as economic analysis, analytics, statistics, or regression.
Education
Must have a BS/BA with 21 semester hours in quantitative analysis courses, plus 3 semester hours of Calculus or Statistics.
Typical degrees: Math, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Economics, Data Science, or Computer Engineering.
Work, Physical, and Mental Requirements
Please see standard Work, Physical, and Mental Requirements for all Quantech roles.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role mostly sitting; however, some filing may be required. This would require the ability to move files or boxes with file data, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Mental Demands
Reading. Communicate effectively, verbal and written. Maintain emotional control and professionalism.
Bachelor's Level Degree
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Mid Level Senior Cost Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level senior cost estimator job?
Position your experience around full project cycles you owned, not just tasks you supported. Highlight your ability to develop estimates independently, reconcile scope changes, and communicate cost assumptions to project teams. Employers at this level want to see that you can defend your numbers in front of stakeholders. Tailor your resume to the project types and delivery methods each employer uses.
Which companies hire mid level senior cost estimators?
Companies hiring mid level senior cost estimators right now include Pyrovio, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Turner & Townsend, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including general contractors, engineering and construction firms, energy companies, and large capital project owners who need estimators capable of running cost analysis with real autonomy.
Are there remote mid level senior cost estimator jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and project type. About 23% of mid level senior cost estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with the strongest remote options appearing in roles focused on conceptual or budget-phase estimating rather than field-intensive construction work. Hybrid arrangements are common at firms managing multiple project sites from a central office.
How do I move up to a mid level senior cost estimator role?
The path to mid level runs through demonstrated ownership. Build experience taking estimates from initial scope through final submission on progressively larger projects. Develop proficiency with industry-standard estimating software and cost databases, and pursue opportunities to present your estimates to project managers or clients. Measurable impact, such as variance analysis and cost savings identified, strengthens your case for a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level senior cost estimators?
Mid Level senior cost estimator roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because large capital budgets, complex multi-phase projects, and regulatory cost requirements all demand estimators with enough experience to produce reliable independent cost projections without close supervision.