Construction Estimator

Callanan-Industrie; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Potential

Paid time off

Medical, dental and disability benefiт

Retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth opportun

Job summary

Callanan Industries Inc., a CRH Company, is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy civil projects in New York. You will analyze plans, specs, and bid documents to determine labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

Collaborate with operations, project management, vendors, and subcontractors to develop accurate, competitive bids aligned with company objectives. Strong Excel and estimating software skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction-related field preferred.
• 1–3 years estimating experience in heavy civil work.
• Experience with public agency projects (DOT, municipal, county, state) preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs, bid documents, and contract requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for grading, drainage, paving, utilities.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment and overhead.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare bid summaries and proposal packages.
• Coordinate with project managers and operations on bidding strategies.
• Monitor market conditions and material pricing trends.

Skills

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Reading plans

Cost estimating

Bid proposal development

Quantity takeoffs

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

Construction Management / Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Callanan Industries Inc.,a CRH Company,is a leading supplier of paving materials and construction services in New York State. We provide a complete range of high-quality aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix concrete products, and construction paving services to state, federal, municipal, commercial, and private customers. Callanan has been in business since 1883 and would not have such a long and successful track record were it not for our employees. We consider our employees our greatest strength, and we constantly strive to improve as an employer. We live by the saying, "We Make Safety Our Family Business." Safety is a core value, and employees support one another to promote a culture of safety throughout the company.

Are you ready to start building a rewarding future? Join our team today!

Position Summary

The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and proposals for public and private heavy civil construction projects. This position analyzes plans, specifications, and contract documents to determine labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect costs associated with project execution. The Estimator collaborates closely with operations, project management, vendors, and subcontractors to develop accurate and competitive bids that align with company objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, bid documents, and contract requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for grading, drainage, paving, utilities, structures, and other heavy civil work.
• Use markets tools to find bid and quote opportunities
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, overhead, and profit.
• Analyze project risks, opportunities, and constructability challenges.
• Prepare bid summaries, pricing sheets, and proposal packages.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as required.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and operations personnel to develop bidding strategies.
• Review historical cost data and production rates to support estimating accuracy.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost histories, and bid records.
• Evaluate scope gaps, exclusions, and qualifications to ensure accurate proposals.
• Assist with contract reviews and project handoff meetings following project award.
• Monitor market conditions, material pricing trends, and subcontractor availability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and procurement procedures.
• Willingness to assist the construction management team with construction accounting
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant heavy civil construction experience may be considered.

Experience

• 1-3 years of estimating experience in heavy highway, road construction, asphalt paving, site development, or civil construction.
• Experience estimating public agency projects, including DOT, municipal, county, and state-funded work preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of heavy highway construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with estimating software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of DOT specifications, bid procedures, and contract requirements.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter and proficient at working independently

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay of $80,000 to $90,000
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Paid time off, sick time, paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Callanan Industries, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.