Construction Estimator

Responsibilities

• Estimating complex self‑performed construction projects
• Preparing estimates by analyzing drawings and performing quantity take‑offs
• Developing RFI’s and leveraging potential solutions
• Sourcing material price lists and determining labor productions and costs
• Reviewing historical data and compiling summary reports
• Attending and leading descope meetings with building owners and clients
• Understanding the project management and how estimates drive that process
• Data entry, updating, and tracking opportunity updates and subcontract information

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 3–5 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in concrete repair projects
• Ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $1–5 Million
• Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly
• Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements
• Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
• Strong understanding of the greater New York City construction market (DOB regulations)
• Familiarity with New York State and New Jersey market preferred
• Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development
• Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, OST, and Blue Beam
• Ability to read blue prints
• Ability to travel 10–20 %
• Experience attending walkthroughs, identifying priority information, risks and opportunities