General Construction Cost Estimator

Right Hire Consulting LLC; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k match & PTO with 9 holidays

HSA and FSA options

Job summary

Right Hire Consulting LLC in Williamsville, NY is seeking a seasoned General Construction Cost Estimator to lead firm-wide estimating efforts, from concept through bid, across multi-discipline projects. You will be pivotal in building the Estimating Department and shaping its growth within our New York-based team.

The role offers a hybrid work environment and a clear path to elevated responsibilities, including mentoring junior staff and advancing toward a Chief Estimator role for the right

Qualifications

• Lead all general construction cost estimating firm wide.
• Proficiency with estimating from concept to bid level with historical cost data.
• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs and cost plans.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and roll-up of cost estimates to include all trades on a project.
• Mentor and train junior staff within the Estimating Team.
• Support strategic growth of the Estimating Team and Construction Management practice.

Skills

Cost estimation

Team leadership

Client communication

Multidisciplinary knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Construction Technology/ Management, Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

About the job General Construction Cost Estimator

** Role is actually located in Williamsville, NY just outside of Buffalo

Client is looking for a well-versed General Construction Cost Estimator that can estimate at a high level with great detail to join our New York based construction management team. This position will be a key player on the team and assist in the growth and development of our Estimating Department and Construction Management practice area. This position has the long-term opportunity to grow into a Chief Estimator role for the right candidate.

Requirements:

• Lead all general construction cost estimating firm wide.
• Assembly and roll-up of cost estimates to include all trades on a project.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of junior staff within the Estimating Team.
• Be an integral part of the Construction Management practice area and assist with the future strategic growth of the Estimating Team.
• An Associates Degree in Construction Technology/ Management, Engineering or Architecture is preferred.
• 6 14 years of experience in General Construction Cost Estimating with multidiscipline buildings and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency and significant experience with General Construction Cost Estimating at the concept level through detailed bid level estimates is required.
• Use of cost estimating software and the development of detailed quantity take offs and application of historical cost data to prepare estimates is essential experience required.
• Excel in communication and working in a team environment.
• Have excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Have leadership abilities.
• Amazing company culture and work environment.
• Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.
• A productive hybrid work environment and true Work-Life balance.