Senior Estimator

Actalent; Town of Hyde Park (NY); Presencial; USD 150 000 - 200 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Resumo da oferta

Actalent in Hyde Park, NY seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to lead high-impact commercial and public project bids. You will own the bidding process, develop complete estimates, and coordinate with owners and engineers to ensure smooth handoffs after award.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in construction with a GC, 3+ years in senior estimator roles, and strong knowledge of public bidding and Wicks Law.

Qualificações

• 10+ years in construction with a GC.
• 3+ years in a Senior/Lead Estimator role.
• Experience estimating public and commercial projects.
• Familiarity with bidding processes, Wicks Law, and prevailing wage requirements.
• Proficient with estimating software such as OST.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial, municipal, educational, and institutional projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and self-perform pricing across CSI divisions.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor/supplier proposals.
• Manage bid schedules and bid-day activities.
• Prepare bid packages, proposals, and required documentation.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts to develop complete estimates.
• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage and public bidding regulations.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers and operations for handoff.
• Analyze risks, budgets, and scope gaps to improve accuracy.

Conhecimentos

Construction industry experience

Senior estimator experience

Public bidding knowledge

Communication & analytical skills

Estimation process knowledge

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Ferramentas

On-Screen Takeoff

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Estimator | Lead High-Impact Commercial & Public Projects

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Estimator with a strong background in commercial and public construction. The ideal candidate has experience preparing complete estimates, managing competitive bids, and leading preconstruction efforts for municipal, educational, institutional, and other commercial projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned estimator who enjoys taking ownership of the bidding process and contributing directly to the company's growth and project success.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial, municipal, educational, and institutional construction projects.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop self-perform pricing across multiple CSI divisions.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Manage bid schedules and lead all bid-day activities.
• Prepare bid packages, proposals, and required bid documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project requirements to develop complete and competitive estimates.
• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements, public bidding regulations, and New York Wicks Law requirements.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and operations teams to ensure a smooth project handoff after award.
• Analyze project risks, budgets, and scope gaps to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction industry experience with a general contractor.
• 3+ years of experience in a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, or similar role.
• Proven experience estimating public and commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of public bidding, prevailing wage requirements, and Wicks Law projects.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST) or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and pricing.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

What You'll Work On

• Municipal Buildings
• K-12 and Higher Education Facilities
• Institutional Projects
• Commercial Construction
• Publicly Bid Projects
• Project Values Ranging from $5M-$50M

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hyde Park, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $200000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hyde Park,NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.