Senior Estimator

PULLMAN, a Structural Group Company, integrates technology-driven, engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. PULLMAN’s capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures, as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout Canada, and as a signatory to local, national, and international labor union agreements, PULLMAN has the track record and the experience to meet our customers’ specialty contracting needs. 

PULLMAN integrates technology-driven, engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. PULLMAN’s capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures, as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout the United States, and as a signatory to local, national, and international labor union agreements, PULLMAN has the track record and the experience to meet our customers’ specialty contracting needs. PULLMAN is the union contracting business line of Structural Group. 

We are currently recruiting for a Construction Estimator to be based in our New Jersey office which is located in Union, NJ.   As an Estimator for PULLMAN, you will be responsible for estimating complex self-performed construction projects that make our nation’s structures stronger and last longer.  Projects typically consist of concrete repair, façade repairs, masonry restoration, waterproofing, structural strengthening, etc. 

As a successful candidate, you will be also be responsible for:

• Preparing estimates by analyzing drawings, dissecting details, performing quantity take-offs, identifying scope/specification gaps, developing RFI’s, leveraging potential solutions, sourcing material price lists, determining labor productions and costs, identifying sub-contractor scope and sourcing external pricing, and consolidating this information as it pertains to the project specific requirements.

• Defining and quantifying scope of work and preparing comprehensive conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects

• Reviewing / researching historical data and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates

• Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers

•  Understand and fill out complex bid form and qualifications packages with focus on grammar, spelling, formatting, detail specific, etc.

• A general understanding of the project management and how the estimates drive that process from a constructability and production perspective. Estimates for labor are production driven.

• Attend and lead descope meetings with building owners and clients; being able to explain the project, estimate, and means/methods.

• Assist lower level estimators on understanding details, drawings, scopes, requirements, and the overall estimating and proposal process.

• Determine project specific access requirements. Develop drop plans and logistics plans.

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division:

• Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management may be given preference

• 5-8 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects

• Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10 Million 

• Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly and up to 5 estimates indirectly as a mentor

• Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements within the estimate

• Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts

• A strong understanding of the greater New York City construction market (DOB regulations), including current market prices and clients (i.e: engineers, architects, property managers and owners). Familiarity with New York State and New Jersey Market also is preferred.

• Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development

• Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, OST, and BlueBeam.  Must also be able to demonstrate ability to read blue prints

• Ability to travel 10-20%

• Experience attending walkthroughs, identifying the priority information, identifying access, protections, risks and opportunities, asking the hard questions etc.

• Understand labor types (union, PLA, Prevailing Wage), tax requirements (capital improvements, tax exempt, standard), insurance (OCIP, CCIP, Standard), Mark Up vs Margin, Bonds (P&P and Bid Bond), and W/MBE participation.

• Speaking intelligently and coordination with subs and vendors.

Our ideal Estimating candidate is an innovative but decisive individual who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; brings strong solution‑focused, creative thinking to every project challenge; as the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.  EOE/M/F/D/V