Job Description: Estimator
About Our Client
Our Client is a leading civil construction company dedicated to supporting the development and maintenance of vital infrastructure across the nation. With over a century of experience, the company specializes in constructing and rehabilitating highways, bridges, tunnels, mass transit systems, and water management facilities. Their commitment to corporate integrity and outstanding performance makes them a trusted partner for large and complex infrastructure projects. Notable projects include the Purple Line Extensions in Los Angeles, the SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York.
Position Overview
Our Client is seeking an Estimator to join their office in New Rochelle, NY. Reporting to the Vice President of Estimating, the Estimator will play a vital role in developing estimates for various civil projects, including bridges, highways, railways, airports, dams, and tunnels.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive estimates for bridge, highway, railway, airport, dam, tunnel, and transit projects.
- Read, analyze, interpret, and gain a thorough understanding of contract proposals, drawings, and specifications.
- Perform quantity take-offs for both unit price and lump sum project bidding schedules, both independently and by directing others, summarizing results in Excel spreadsheet format.
- Analyze various scopes of work and produce detailed unit price estimates by creating production crews and incorporating specific equipment and materials using project cost software, primarily HCSS.
- Collaborate effectively with project owners, material suppliers, and subcontractors during pre-bid estimate preparations and post-bid negotiations.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- At least 10 years of relevant estimating and project management experience, with a minimum of 5 years specifically in heavy civil projects.
- Previous estimating experience on projects valued over $100 million.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with project owners, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a cohesive Heavy Civil estimating team to facilitate comprehensive cost proposals and joint venture reviews on major projects when applicable.
- Experience with alternative delivery methods such as design/build and CMAR is preferred.
Salary Range
The salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $200,000, depending on experience.