Estimator

Educational/Certifications

A college degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field (or equivalent years’ experience).

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of Estimating process
• Conduct thorough analysis of drawings, specifications and any other document from the agency, ensuring required information is provided.
• Perform detailed project cost estimates by analyzing plans, specifications and performing quantity take-offs for select trades
• Research selected products from a cost and constructability perspective.
• Solicit sub-contractor pricing and bids for different trades in preparation of cost estimate and manage the subcontractor RFP process.
• Qualify and level subcontractors’ proposals according to project specifications.
• Itemize trade specific scopes and prepare bid packages.
• Review progress and construction documents for constructability. Lead and participate in discussion regarding alternate detail and materials for specific areas or trades.
• Provide and present value engineering options and costs.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Provide and present estimating productions and scheduling.
• Cook up administrative staff in sending documents to vendors.
• Interact with clients, architects, engineers and Local Jurisdictions to understand and incorporate project objectives, schedules, permits, costs, etc.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned.

Qualifications of the Position

• Minimum of 3 years of construction estimating experience. Preferred with government agencies as MTA, DDC, PANYNJ, DOT, DEP, etc.
• Strong verbal, written communication and organization skills
• Highly proficient in selected software (Excel, Word, Outlook) HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software and P6 a plus.
• Ability to make decisions, work independently and coordinate estimating colleagues.
• Ability to meet critical project deadlines, willingness to coordinate and work as a team member.

Pay

$100,000 - $155,000 USD