Estimator

About the role

We are currently seeking an Estimator to provide estimating services for rail and civil construction projects. This position is located in Queens, NY.

LiRo-Hill is a 1,100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Edison, NJ. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Project level Cost Estimates
• Prepare and maintain Project Level Estimates through various stages of a project, representing the total project scope
• Utilize various estimating software products
• Develop estimates for the comparison to bids received
• Perform site investigations
• Attend required project and staff meetings
• Develop estimates for Value Engineering change proposal reviews
• Support the client in contractor and engineering negotiations

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Cost Estimating
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology related field, or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of Railroad Construction practices is preferable but not required
• Experience with review of Drawings and Contract Specifications
• Must be able to effectively communicate, possess good interpersonal skills and meet deadlines
• Full knowledge of computer applications as it relates to Estimation—Hard Dollar or equivalent and MS Office

Benefits

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee-Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Pay

The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidate’s qualifications and location.