Rigging Estimator II

Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI); City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

Job summary

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Rigging Estimator II for its Albany, NY operations. The role involves performing quantitative takeoffs, establishing labor productivity, and maintaining pricing relationships with vendors to support PCI scopes of work.

You will participate in bid reviews, contribute to customer alignment, and handle contract administration for secured projects. Strong reading of specs and drawings, plus proficiency with estimating software, is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating construction projects.
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects.
• Establish labor productivities for estimates.
• Maintain relationships with area vendors for pricing.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for non-self-performed work.
• Understand market conditions to establish margins.
• Participate in internal bid reviews with supervisors.
• Support customer alignment and positive relations.
• Handle contract administration for secured projects.
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules.
• Handoff secured projects to Operations team.
• Assist with change orders and billings as needed.
• SupportEstimating team collaboration.

Skills

Estimating construction projects

Customer relationships

Verbal and written communication

Cost analysis

Reading diagrams/specifications

Collaboration & teamwork

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Construction Science or related

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

PlanSwift

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Rigging Estimator II for its Albany, NY # 576 operations based in Malta, NY. This individual will be responsible for estimating PCI scopes of work.

Job Responsibilities Include

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
• Establish labor productivities for estimate
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group
• Understand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work, and other factors for establishing margin percentages
• Involvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams
• Participate in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relations
• Contract administration for secured projects
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules
• Hand off secured projects to the Operations team
• Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)
• Support other members of the Estimating team for product line collaboration

Salary range: $93,000 to $124,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

This position is safety-sensitive.

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience estimating construction projects
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift
• Must have a sharp understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they’re learned
• Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with commercial rigging projects.
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to the Albany, NY area.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

At Performance Contracting, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan