Project Estimator

TBG | The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A client in the Construction Industry is seeking a Senior Estimator with a focus on Transportation projects in New York. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and will be responsible for conducting site inspections, reviewing architectural drawings, and managing change order negotiations. Strong understanding of construction methods and clear documentation skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering quality results in construction.

Qualifications

• Experience in reviewing architectural drawings and specifications.
• Proven negotiation skills in change order processes.
• Capable of documenting change order negotiations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of job site conditions and project progress.
• Review plans and refine costs with updated drawings.
• Maintain change order logs and report status to project staff.
• Price change orders and document negotiations clearly for records.
• Maintain change order logs and report status to project staff.

Skills

5+ years of experience in Transportation projects

Strong understanding of construction methods

Ability to perform site inspections

Job description

A client of ours in the Construction Industry is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience working with Transportation projects.

Responsibilities:

• Capability and willingness to perform inspections of job site conditions and project progress, which may include climbing stairs and/or ladders to access areas throughout the project, accessing roofs, inspecting mechanical equipment rooms and electrical rooms, etc., to assist in the development of estimates.
• Understanding of construction and construction means and methods
• Review plans, architectural drawings, specifications and development estimates and refine costs as updated drawings are issued
• Review and leveling of bids confirming that the scope intent has been met. Identify and price items that have been omitted or excluded.
• Review and price change orders and have a proven track record in change order negotiations.
• Maintain change order request and change order logs reporting to project staff on the status of reviews and issues and the ability to document change order negotiations in a clear concise manner.