Senior Estimator

Brave New World
Mount Vernon, NY, US
$178K-$227K a year
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Senior Estimator

Location : Mount Vernon, NY

Position Overview : As a Senior Estimator, reporting to the Vice President of Estimating, you will play a critical role in developing comprehensive cost estimates for large-scale commercial construction projects.

You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of project bids, and working closely with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.

This position will involve analyzing contract proposals, drawings, and specifications, and working within a collaborative team environment.

Company Overview : This company is a premier specialty general contractor in New York, with a rich history spanning the past 90 years.

They service both public and private sectors, catering to many of the nation's top owners, developers, construction managers, and institutions.

Offering a single point of contact, they deliver high-quality services that cover all critical aspects of ground-up construction projects.

In the rapidly growing construction market, their operations are driven by safety, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Essential Duties :

  • Develop estimates for large commercial construction projects, such as office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and multi-family residential projects.
  • Read, analyze, and interpret contract proposals, drawings, and specifications to ensure a full understanding of the project scope.
  • Perform quantity take-offs for unit price and lump sum project bidding schedules, summarizing results in an Excel spreadsheet format.
  • Analyze various scopes of work and produce comprehensive unit price estimates by creating production crews and including specific equipment and materials using HCSS or other estimating software.
  • Work closely with subcontractors, material suppliers, and project owners during pre-bid estimate preparations and post-bid negotiations.
  • Collaborate with the estimating team to ensure the accuracy and completeness of cost proposals.
  • Participate in joint venture team reviews for major projects when applicable.
  • Assist with alternative delivery methods, such as design / build and CMAR, when needed.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of relevant estimating and project management experience.
  • 5+ years of estimating experience on commercial construction projects.
  • Previous experience estimating projects over $100M in value.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with project owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  • Experience with HCSS or similar estimating software.
  • Experience with alternative delivery methods such as design / build and CMAR is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits :

  • Base Salary : $178,000 - $227,000, depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • 17 days ago
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