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Senior Estimator (General Construction, Mechanical, HVAC)

NYC School Construction Authority (SCA) · Queens, NY · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$80k–$116k/yrFull-time

Job Description

The Senior Estimator is responsible for providing detailed cost estimates on new construction, rehabilitation, alterations, replacement systems, Capital Improvement projects (GIP), and change orders. This position requires general construction, mechanical, or HVAC specialty.

  • Prepares detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
  • Reviews and reports on contract estimates prepared by consultants and recommends if estimate is appropriate for Authority implementation.
  • Reviews contractor proposals and compares them to scope of work.
  • Determines fair and reasonable value of work based on the proposal submitted.
  • Delineates cost by trade and discipline.
  • Communicates with contractors and sub-contractors to explain the SCA point of view on reasonable cost of work.
  • Performs related duties, as assigned.

Change Order Unit Specialty Areas

  • General Construction
  • Mechanical
  • HVAC

Minimum Qualification

  • High school diploma or its educational equivalent
  • Eight years of full time, technical experience; five years must have been in one of the estimating areas that you are applying for: general construction, mechanical or HVAC; the remaining three years may have been in any combination of technical construction related areas or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
  • Undergraduate degree in construction/project management or related technical area, plus four years of full time experience performing estimation work in the specialty for which you are applying.
  • A graduate degree in construction/project management or related technical area, plus two years of full time experience performing estimation work in the specialty for which you are applying.

Specialty Areas

  • Architecture and Engineering
  • General Construction
  • Mechanical (Includes Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning [HVAC] and Plumbing and Drainage [P & D])
  • Electrical
  • Environmental/Asbestos

Posting Closing Date

UNTIL FILLED

Civil Service Classification

Competitive

Salary Appointment Rate

$79,996.00 - $115,770.00

Incumbent Rate

$91,995.00 - $133,136.00

Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement

The appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate or step.

Education

  • High school diploma or its educational equivalent

Work Experience

  • Eight years of full time, technical experience; five years must have been in one of the estimating areas that you are applying for: general construction, mechanical or HVAC; the remaining three years may have been in any combination of technical construction related areas or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Post Office Address

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Benefits

  • Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
  • Prescription Drug Options
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
  • Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
  • Transit Check Program
  • Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Learning and Development (L&D) Program

  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role
  • Access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities
  • Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

Eligibility to Work in the United States

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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