Estimator, Construction, Quantity Surveyor

The Estimator plays a key role in preconstruction by preparing complete and accurate estimates for public and commercial building projects, including municipal, educational, and institutional work. This position focuses on competitively bid public projects in New York, requiring strong knowledge of prevailing wage requirements and multiple-prime/Wicks Law bidding. The Estimator leads the estimating process from quantity takeoffs and subcontractor bid solicitation through bid day management and proposal preparation, ensuring clear communication and a smooth transition of awarded projects to operations.

Estimator

• Prepare complete and detailed estimates for public and commercial construction projects, including municipal, educational, and institutional facilities.
• Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs across all CSI divisions and develop self-perform pricing where applicable.
• Solicit, receive, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Manage bid schedules, track milestones, and coordinate all activities leading up to bid deadlines.
• Lead bid day activities, including final pricing review, bid compilation, and submission of proposals and bid forms.
• Apply prevailing wage requirements and multiple prime/Wicks Law bidding practices for competitively bid public work in New York.
• Review and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, and general conditions to identify scope, risk, and cost impacts.
• Account for bonding, insurance, and other contractual requirements in estimates and proposals.
• Prepare clear, organized estimate summaries and supporting documentation for internal review and client presentations.
• Communicate effectively with owners, architects, and project management staff throughout the estimating and preconstruction process.
• Coordinate a smooth handoff of awarded projects to operations, including transferring estimate details, assumptions, and clarifications to the project management team.
• Use estimating and takeoff software, such as On Screen Takeoff or similar tools, to develop accurate quantities and cost breakdowns.
• Support scheduling and preconstruction planning by providing cost and quantity information aligned with project timelines.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating procedures, templates, and historical cost databases for projects in the $550 million range.

• At least 10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor, including a minimum of 35 years in a senior or lead estimator role.
• Proven experience preparing complete estimates for public and commercial construction projects, including municipal, educational, and institutional work.
• Hands‑on experience with competitively bid public work in New York, including prevailing wage requirements and multiple prime/Wicks Law bidding.
• Strong command of all CSI divisions with the ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop self‑perform pricing.
• Demonstrated ability to solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids for a wide range of trades.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as On Screen Takeoff or comparable platforms.
• Experience managing bid schedules, coordinating pre‑bid activities, and leading bid day efforts.
• Solid understanding of contract documents, general conditions, bonding, and insurance requirements in construction contracts.
• Clear and professional communication skills for interacting with owners, architects, and project management staff.
• Ability to prepare accurate proposals and bid forms that align with project specifications and contractual requirements.

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management,…