General Construction Estimator

Ya-Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-focused culture

Strong work-life balance

401k w/match

Competitive salaries + Bonus

Job summary

YA Group is seeking a General Construction Cost Estimator to support pre-construction efforts by collaborating with Owners, State Agencies, Architects, Engineers, and Construction Managers to translate project needs into reliable cost estimates.

The role requires strong knowledge of construction methods, the ability to analyze detailed and conceptual project information, and the communication skills to convey findings to multiple stakeholders. Location includes Pittsburgh and Buffalo offices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant estimating or related field experience.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with OST, Sage, BIM or similar estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents, drawings, specifications, and narratives.
• Develop and submit RFIs and solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and apply unit pricing using historical data and quotes.
• Prepare organized estimate reports for clients and internal use.
• Deliver estimates and follow up with clients in a timely manner.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Organization

Tools

OST

Sage

BIM

Job description

Pittsburgh Office, 787 Pine Valley Drive, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America •

Buffalo Office, 4588 South Park Avenue, Blasdell, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Role:

The General Construction Cost Estimator plays a key role in supporting pre-construction efforts by collaborating with Owners, State Agencies, Architects, Engineers, and Construction Managers to understand project needs and translate them into accurate, reliable cost estimates. This role requires strong technical knowledge of construction methods, the ability to analyze both detailed and conceptual project information, and the communication skills to convey findings to multiple stakeholders. The Estimator will ensure that project scope and budgets remain aligned throughout the pre-construction phase.

In this role, you will:

• Review and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and narratives.
• Participate in client and internal project kick-off meetings.
• Develop and submit RFIs and solicit quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Perform quantity take-offs using OST, Sage, BIM, and other estimating software.
• Apply appropriate unit pricing using historical data, vendor quotes, and market benchmarks.
• Conduct comparative cost analyses to identify opportunities for budget alignment.
• Maintain strong, positive working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare organized, standardized estimate reports for client and internal use.
• Deliver estimates and follow up with clients in a timely manner.
• Support closeout documentation efforts as needed.
• Contribute to improvements in estimating processes and best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in estimating or related field work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with OST, or similar estimating software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Title and pay commensurate with experience. This role offers clear opportunities for career progression, with advancement based on performance and impact.

Applicants with Military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who We Are:

YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.

Planning and Construction Advisory Services (PCAS), a Business Unit of YA, specializes in pre-construction and construction consulting, including cost estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews. Known for accuracy and strategic insight, PCAS helps clients align scope, schedule, and budget from the earliest planning stages through project execution.

What We Offer:

• Employee-focused culture
• Strong commitment to work-life balance
• Flexible vacation & Paid holidays
• Paid family care/sick leave
• Parental leave
• 401k w/match
• Competitive salaries + Bonus

Title and pay commensurate with experience. This role offers clear opportunities for career progression, with advancement based on performance and impact.

Applicants with Military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fraudulent Recruitment Alert:

Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message.

All official email communications regarding your application will come from [e-mail] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support candidate screening and evaluation. These tools are designed to assist—rather than replace—human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by our recruiting team in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal employment opportunity. Where required by law, we will provide additional information about the use of these tools, including their purpose, and offer alternative processes or accommodations upon request.