Cost Estimator II

Are you an experienced Cost Estimator with a passion for precision and excellence?

We're on the lookout for a skilled professional like you to join our dynamic team.

As a Cost Estimator II, you will prepare budgets, estimates, and pre-bid packages for design and construction projects, ensuring the seamless transformation of plans into reality for our valued clients. In this position, you'll play a crucial part in the accurate and timely preparation of material and labor estimates. Your responsibilities will extend to interacting with vendors, collaborating to compile responsible and precise estimates of costs for projects, all in alignment with the project plans and specifications.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that balances professional excellence with personal well-being. TCT is proud to offer competitive benefits, including a generous PTO and holiday package, and the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, allowing you to thrive both in and out of the office.

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who is bright, enthusiastic, and works comfortably in a team environment. You will assist in preparing cost estimates from the conceptual phase through construction documents. This is a great opportunity for an entry to mid-level estimator with an interest in private and public sector architectural and engineering design projects. This career-track position offers numerous opportunities for growth, leadership development, and mentorship with our project management team.

TCT Toscano Clements Taylor (TCT) is an independent, woman-owned small business specializing in cost estimation and project control consulting services for public and private sector projects. With offices in New York City and Washington, DC, we’re proud to work on projects that shape communities both locally and on a larger scale, all while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

At TCT, we combine the reach and capability of larger firms with the personal touch and adaptability of a smaller organization. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.

If you enjoy solving challenges, collaborating with like‑minded professionals, and taking pride in your work, TCT is the place for you.

• Estimate Development:
  Analyze construction drawings, documentation, and relevant data to prepare accurate estimates for time, cost, materials, and labor, subject to review by a Senior Estimator. Support project management by preparing estimates that align with project goals for planning, scheduling, and organizing work.
• Cost Analysis and Monitoring:
  Assess cost-effectiveness by tracking actual costs against initial bids throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and adjustments as necessary.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Consult with clients, vendors, internal teams, and construction personnel to discuss and formulate estimates, address project concerns, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Communication:
  Maintain clear, professional communication with colleagues, clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to discuss updates, changes, and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Information Gathering & Problem‑Solving:
  Take initiative to collect relevant information from various sources, proactively identify potential challenges, and elevate issues to supervisors for resolution.

• Bachelor's Degree:
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred.
• Experience Requirement:
  Must have some experience working as a cost estimator, demonstrated through an internship or prior work experience.
• Familiarity with Estimating Software:
  Ability to learn in‑house estimating programs such as On-Screen Takeoff, E-Takeoff, MII, and Sage.
• Problem‑Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent problem‑solving abilities, with the capability to analyze complex situations and propose effective solutions.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Technology Proficiency:
  Proficient in the Microsoft…