Estimator

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for materials, labor, equipment, subcontracts, and construction facilities.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend on-site pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits.
• Develop and review subcontractor scopes of work; accept, review, and analyze subcontractor quotes for best value.
• Prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with all specifications, contract Statements of Work, and Bid Invitations.
• Present cost estimates to meet customer proposals, considering general and special conditions.
• Prepare scope specifications and requirements; input project schedules; perform quantity takeoffs; prepare cost summary sheets; and input quantities into estimating software.
• Maintain an accurate, current database of cost codes/accounts for historical data.
• Utilize appropriate company and industry historical data for pricing estimates.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in building construction, engineering, or a construction-related field.
• 7–10 years of related estimating experience.
• Advanced project estimator skills, including value engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with engineering nomenclature to communicate effectively with Application Engineers, Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineering, and vendors.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to read, understand, and organize construction plans and specifications.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, real estate, and multifamily projects.
• Familiarity with real estate development, apartment buildings, and general contractor/subcontractor management.
• Experience in site construction, project management, construction supervision, and ground-up projects.
• Skills in bidding, business development, preconstruction, site development, tenant improvement, and tenant fit-out.
• Knowledge of leasing, estimation, and RFP processes.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $250000.00/yr. Competitive Salary and Potential Bonus - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Plan - 401k Plan - Life Insurance - Paid Vacation - Paid Sick Leave - Paid Holidays - Tuition Reimbursement Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in White Plains,NY.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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