Estimator

The LiRo Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Employee stock purchase plan

Mentoring programs

Continuing education program

Employee referral bonus

Volunteer/industry association support

Job summary

The LiRo Group is seeking an Estimator to provide estimating services for rail and civil construction projects in Queens, NY. This role supports project teams, prepares cost estimates, and contributes to value engineering and client negotiations.

Minimum 5 years of cost estimating experience, a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and knowledge of railroad construction practices are preferred. Strong communication and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost estimating experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of railroad construction practices preferred.
• Experience reviewing drawings and contract specifications.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project-level cost estimates.
• Maintain estimates through project stages, reflecting scope.
• Use estimating software products.
• Develop estimates for bid comparisons.
• Perform site investigations.
• Attend project and staff meetings.
• Create estimates for value engineering reviews.
• Support client in negotiations with contractors and engineers.

Skills

Cost estimating

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking an Estimator to provide estimating services for rail and civil construction projects. This position is located in Queens, NY.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an "Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions" firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients. LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Edison, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Project level Cost Estimates
• Prepare and maintain Project Level Estimates through various stages of a project, representing the total project scope
• Utilize various estimating software products
• Develop estimates for the comparison to bids received
• Perform site investigations
• Attend required project and staff meetings
• Develop estimates for Value Engineering change proposal reviews
• Support the client in contractor and engineering negotiations

Qualifications

• Min 5 years' experience in Cost Estimating
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology related field, or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of Railroad Construction practices is preferable but not required
• Experience with review of Drawings and Contract Specifications
• Must be able to effectively communicate, possess good interpersonal skills and meet deadlines
• Full knowledge of computer applications as it relates to Estimation-Hard Dollar or equivalent and MS Office

We are committed to your success, and we invest in your growth and development to unlock your full potential.

• Competitive Total Compensation Package
• Employee- Only Stock Purchase Plan
• Mentoring programs
• Continuing Education Program
• Employee referral bonus
• Volunteer/Industry association opportunities

Our Culture:

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Compensation: Minimum: $80,000; Maximum: $135,000
• The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidate's qualifications and location.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Minimum

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

Maximum

USD $135,000.00/Yr.