Senior MEP Estimator – Aviation

• Analyze blueprints and other documents and prepare detailed cost estimates
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents
• Lead conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates using historic benchmarking information and industry experience
• Obtain current pricing information from databases, contractors, and suppliers
• Review and finalize estimate unit-cost pricing based on market conditions and project logistics
• Review historic benchmark cost information and highlight variances
• Work with architects and engineers to understand project scope during estimate preparation
• Develop relationships with A/E firms and project team members
• Prepare cost reconciliations between estimates and explain variance cost drivers
• Provide cost estimates for the EWR Redevelopment program, including the new EWR Air Train, Air Train stations, Terminal B planning, landside sitework and utilities, and airport facility improvements or relocations
• Reconcile estimates with contractor bids
• Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or a related field
• Minimum 7 years’ aviation experience preferred
• High-level cost estimating experience for cost studies and projects
• Ability to work independently with PA engineers
• Fluent in MS Excel, On-Screen Takeoff, and SharePoint document control
• Full-time role based out of EWR
• Ability to work on site 4 days per week, as mandated by the Port Authority

Demonstrates expertise in cost estimating and quantity takeoffs, with a strong focus on aviation projects and collaboration with architects and engineers. Proficient in analyzing blueprints and preparing detailed cost estimates while maintaining relationships with A/E firms.

• Cost Estimating
• Quantity Takeoffs
• Aviation Experience
• MS Excel Proficiency
• On-Screen Takeoff

• Cost Estimating
• Quantity Takeoffs
• Cost Reconciliation
• Benchmarking
• Unit-Cost Pricing
• Project Logistics
• Variance Analysis
• Cost Studies
• Aviation Projects
• Blueprint Analysis

• Independent Work
• Relationship Building

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

• Aviation
• Cost Estimating
• Project Management
• Construction

• MS Excel
• On-Screen Takeoff
• Share Point