Construction Estimator

RIMEPRO INC; City of Troy (NY); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

RIMEPRO Inc. in New York is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to lead cost estimation from concept budgeting through final bid submissions.

You will collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to assess scopes and determine competitive pricing for commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction, with proficiency in multiple trades and strong analytical skills.

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Project coordination

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Outils

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Sage Estimating

Microsoft Excel

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.