Rail Project Cost Estimator - Onsite (MTA-LIRR)

Jacobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Performance discretionary bonus

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a full-time Cost Estimator based in New York. This role, requiring MTA-LIRR estimating experience, involves developing capital cost estimates for transportation projects, reviewing proposals, and maintaining project documentation.

Qualified candidates should have an engineering degree, progressive cost estimating experience, and proficiency in various software tools. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and an unlimited paid time off policy.

Qualifications

• Progressive cost estimating experience in transportation projects.
• Experience in civil / structural projects is required.
• Willingness and ability to be on site.

Responsibilities

• Develop capital cost estimates for transportation/railroad projects.
• Review contractor proposals for various procurement types.
• Validate change orders and maintain organized project records.

Skills

Cost estimating

Engineering degree

MS Office products

HCSS (HeavyBid) software

Bluebeam

Good organization skills

Project experience with MTA-LIRR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

HeavyBid

Bluebeam

Job description

Jacobs is looking for a full-time Cost Estimator based in New York. This role, requiring MTA-LIRR estimating experience, involves developing capital cost estimates for transportation projects, reviewing proposals, and maintaining project documentation.

Qualified candidates should have an engineering degree, progressive cost estimating experience, and proficiency in various software tools. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and an unlimited paid time off policy.