Senior Infrastructure Estimator for Major Projects

SPC Construction Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Paid time off

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

SPC Construction Co. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specs and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

The team works on major infrastructure programs in NY/NJ metro area, with project values from tens to billions of dollars. You will review plans, gather data, and support bid preparation with technical input and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control.
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Growing knowledge of alternative construction delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical input regarding project and contract risks to lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews final estimate to ensure defined work aligns with overall project schedule and cost goals.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Monitors client addendum and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
• Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.

Skills

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

SPC Construction Co. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare project estimates by analyzing specs and contract plans to ensure cost-effective quantities and methods align with pursuit, schedule and price goals.

The team works on major infrastructure programs in NY/NJ metro area, with project values from tens to billions of dollars. You will review plans, gather data, and support bid preparation with technical input and collaboration.