Senior Mechanical Estimator

Overview

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Estimator. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion. Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals, including schools, roads, and hospitals, contributing to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values — Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life — are deeply engrained in how we work and support our D&I efforts.

The Senior Estimator assists the preconstruction team through the development of cost estimates, value management, and estimate proposal reports. The position requires the knowledge and expertise to quantify, price and qualify all building systems and components to create detailed cost estimates. This position solicits subcontractor pricing or bids and is able to prepare scopes of work for all trade contractors. The Senior Estimator must be able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work as part of a team.

• Assist the preconstruction team with cost estimates, value management, and estimate proposal reports.
• Quantify, price, and qualify all building systems and components to create detailed cost estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing or bids and prepare scopes of work for all trade contractors.
• Meet critical deadlines and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

• 7+ years of experience working with either a GC or Trade Partner in an estimating role
• 5+ years demonstrated experience with commercial construction estimating and estimating software solutions
• 5+ years of proven construction industry MEP experience
• 5+ years of experience working with the Value Management processes
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Word, and Powerpoint
• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or equivalent/applicable degree; or 8 years equivalent experience and minimum 7 years prior relevant experience

• We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, personalized to meet your needs.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life and are committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth.
• Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, and Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

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Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024. Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City.

In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million. Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.

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