Estimator

RailWorks; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Competitive pay

Job summary

RailWorks is seeking an Estimator to prepare take-offs and cost estimates for civil and rail projects. The role supports bids and buy-out, leveraging plan interpretation, contract review, and subcontractor pricing to build accurate, competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction estimating, a relevant bachelor's degree, and proficiency with take-off software. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and long-term growth within RailWorks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and contract documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and evaluate bids for scope and completeness.
• Prepare quantity surveys, take-offs, and bid documentation for multimillion-dollar projects.
• Review contracts to ensure alignment with bid documents and project plans.
• Coordinate with estimating staff and management for bid day and project hand-off.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or equivalent take-off software.

Skills

Plan reading

Contract documents

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Takeoff software

Job description

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation

$100000 - $150000 / year

Position Summary

The Estimator prepares take-off and call work for construction projects to assist in developing bids and in the buy-out process.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Analyzes blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Reads and interprets contract documents relating to the assigned specific divisions
• Solicits subcontractor/vendor pricing information
• Analyzes and evaluates bids from subcontractors for their completeness and accuracy in scope of work
• Prepares accurate quantity surveys and take-offs
• Reviews estimate/sub quote files to gain information for current bids
• Reviews and compares KPI for bid preparation
• Prepares spreadsheets and coordinates with estimating staff for bid day
• Prepares and submits multimillion-dollar bids to clients for company services
• Prepares cost estimates and schedules
• Prioritizes issues and prepares reports for senior management and clients.
• Logs and files bid documentation after bid day for estimate/sub quote file.
• Review contract(s) when awarded to ensure the contract and bid documents are representative of each other
• Prepares and schedules hand off meeting with management to review budget and at bid plan for project execution
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or equivalent takeoff software

Desired experience

• Hard Dollar (InEight) estimating software experience
• Transit or Rail electrical estimating background

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of construction estimating experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of plan reading and interpretation
• Proficiency in reviewing contract documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Generally, works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work
• Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
• May be exposed to loud noise.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.