Senior Construction Estimator

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR (Permanent)
Our client, an established and well-known construction firm in WNY, is looking to hire a Senior Construction Estimator to join their growing team.  This is a great opportunity to join a very successful organization.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate/competitive estimates are developed and submitted
  


• Review and analyze project specifications, drawings, geotechnical data, etc. gathering necessary information to create bids
  


• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with subcontractors and vendors to ensure labor and supply costs are current
  


• Participate in pre-project meetings, site visits, etc. prior to bid submission in order to gather all pertinent information—noting site conditions, logistics, and equipment/material required
  


• Take a proactive approach to completing special projects in a timely manner and ahead of deadlines
  


• Collaborate with internal team members to develop successful bid strategies, discuss project planning, and conduct risk management assessments
  


• Maintain organized records and templates
  


• Remain up to date on industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance is maintained at all times
  


• Work well in a team environment, as well as independently
  


• Other duties as assigned/as necessary
  

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
  


• 100% in-office/on-site
  


• $75,000 - $135,000 annually depending on experience, bonus potential
  


• Full health coverage for individuals, employer-subsidized family plans, PTO (relaxed policy)
  


• Engineering degree is a plus, but not required
  


• 5+ years' experience in estimating experience in civil construction
  


• Knowledge of driven piles, caissons, auger cast piles, sheet piling, ground improvements, etc. is preferred
  


• Proficient computer skills, specifically Excel & various estimating software
  


• Strong organizational and time management skills
  


• Strong communication and presentation skills
  


• Strong attention to detail
  


• Self-motivated and able to work well independently while contributing collaboratively within a team environment
  


• Ability to travel within NYA for site assessments
  


• Relocation not available 
  


• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  


• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters