Construction Cost Estimator: Value, Budgets & Bids

Linesight; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking an experienced Estimator in New York to analyse bids, create estimates and cost plans for key client developments, and optimize project costs against budgets.

You will maintain a library of current local rates, provide estimating leadership through the design and construction stages, and build trust with partners across the business and with clients.

All interviews are conducted in person or virtually; salary ranges reflect market norms for the United States.

Qualifications

• Experience as an estimator in a construction environment with growing scope.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret technical data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate in a friendly, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a dynamic setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyse external contractor bids to ensure client value for money
• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments
• Evaluate cost plans and project scopes to address gaps
• Maintain a library of current local rates for use in all estimates
• Optimize project costs against budget through cost reviews and value engineering
• Provide estimating expertise and leadership through design and construction stages
• Build trust with partners across the business and with clients
• Support nimble project management and clear decisions through cost documentation

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

Linesight is seeking an experienced Estimator in New York to analyse bids, create estimates and cost plans for key client developments, and optimize project costs against budgets.

You will maintain a library of current local rates, provide estimating leadership through the design and construction stages, and build trust with partners across the business and with clients.

All interviews are conducted in person or virtually; salary ranges reflect market norms for the United States.