Senior Construction Estimator - Cost & Scope Expert
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover
• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings
• Quantitative take-off and computer entry
• Prepare scope letters and proposals
Requirements
- 5+ years related experience in the construction industry, piping, sheet metal and plumbing estimating, preferred
- High School diploma or GED required
- Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable
- Knowledge of the construction contract documentation
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines
- Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Familiarity with Accubid, Bluebeam, Quick Pen, Pro Core and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs
- Familiarity with project management/document control software
- Familiarity with construction/financial software packages
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Hard Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Blueprint Analysis
- Quantitative Take-Off
- Construction Estimating
- Project Management
Soft Skills
- Client Consultation
- Issue Resolution
- Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- GED
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Related Field
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