Railworks

Lead Estimator

Railworks • $130K — $175K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.
  • 7-10 years of estimating experience in rail or heavy construction.
  • Strong knowledge of construction costs, materials, and labor.
  • Leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating team and supervise preparation of project cost estimates.
  • Review and approve bid packages and pricing.
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to clarify scope and technical requirements.
  • Maintain cost databases and historical project data.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive union benefits for employees and immediate family members.
  • Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years).
  • Medical, dental & vision coverage (after 26 qualifying weeks).
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations).
  • Educational and Cultural Fund.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 20176

Benefits Offering

Union Benefits - Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 - IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:
• Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$130000 - $175000 / year (total compensation)

Position Summary

The Lead Estimator Prepares cost estimates for projects in the planning, design, and construction phases. Produces bid proposals and prepares buy-outs.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • Lead estimating team and supervise preparation of project cost estimates.

  • Review and approve bid packages and pricing.

  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to clarify scope and technical requirements.

  • Maintain cost databases and historical project data.

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.


Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.

  • 7-10 years of estimating experience in rail or heavy construction.

  • Strong knowledge of construction costs, materials, and labor.

  • Leadership, communication, and analytical skills.


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work

  • Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard


  • May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.


Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

About Railworks

RailWorks Corporation is a leading provider of railroad construction and maintenance services in North America. The company offers a wide range of services, including track construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation, as well as signal and communication installation and maintenance. RailWorks was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company has more than 3,000 employees and operates in more than 20 states across the United States and in Canada.
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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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