Construction Estimator

RIMEPRO INC; City of Schenectady (NY); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

RIMEPRO Inc. is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects.

You will guide estimating from conceptual budgets through final bid submission, coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to assess scope and feasibility. The role requires a strong background in commercial general contracting, experience estimating multiple trades, and the ability to independently manage estimates while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent construction experience considered.
• 5+ years of commercial estimating or preconstruction experience preferred.
• Experience estimating multiple trades and reading drawings/specs.

Responsabilités

• Prepare detailed construction estimates fromConceptual design through final bid submission (construction).
• Review drawings, specs, and documents to determine scope and pricing.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Develop budgets, estimates, and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor proposals for competitive pricing.
• Prepare bid comparisons, scope reviews, and bid leveling.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and preconstruction teams during estimating.
• Research current pricing, labor rates, and market conditions.

Connaissances

Estimating experience

Blueprint interpretation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Outils

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Sage Estimating

Description du poste

Position Overview

The Construction Estimator is responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects. This role manages the estimating process from initial conceptual budgeting through final bid submission, working closely with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to evaluate project costs, scopes, and overall feasibility.

Projects may include ground-up commercial construction, renovations, educational facilities, healthcare facilities, industrial buildings, and other institutional projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial general contracting, experience estimating multiple construction trades, and the ability to independently manage estimates while collaborating with preconstruction and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction estimates from conceptual design through final bid submission.

• Review architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine scope and pricing requirements.

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.

• Develop conceptual budgets, preliminary estimates, and detailed cost breakdowns.

• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete and competitive pricing.

• Prepare bid comparisons, scope reviews, and subcontractor bid leveling.

• Identify scope gaps, potential project risks, and opportunities for cost savings.

• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews to improve project efficiency and cost effectiveness.

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and preconstruction teams throughout the estimating process.

• Research current material pricing, labor rates, subcontractor availability, and market conditions.

• Assist with bid strategies, proposal preparation, and final estimate presentations.

• Maintain accurate estimating documentation, historical cost data, and project records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent construction industry experience will also be considered.

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience preferred.

• Experience estimating projects for a commercial general contractor or construction management firm.

• Ability to independently prepare estimates from conceptual budgeting through final pricing.

• Experience estimating multiple construction trades, with knowledge of at least three trade disciplines.

• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, labor costs, and project sequencing.

• Experience performing quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid analysis, and detailed cost estimates.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents.

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction estimating software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating ground-up commercial, healthcare, educational, institutional, or industrial construction projects.

• Background with negotiated work, competitive bidding, and design-build project delivery.

• Experience developing conceptual budgets and estimates during early design phases.

• Knowledge of subcontractor procurement, bid leveling, and scope development.

• Experience with value engineering, constructability reviews, and cost-saving strategies.

• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Sage Estimating, or similar estimating software.

• Experience collaborating with Project Managers and Superintendents throughout preconstruction and project execution.