Senior Estimator

Knowhirematch • $90K — $120K *
Long Island City, NY 11101In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of heavy civil estimating experience
  • 7+ years in construction overall
  • Strong understanding of contracts and bid processes
  • Experience bidding with NYC agencies
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Familiarity with HCSS, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or B2W preferred

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for heavy civil projects
  • Analyze drawings and specifications to understand project scope
  • Maintain and update labor, material, and equipment cost data
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotations
  • Develop pricing for bids, alternates, and change orders
  • Review estimates for constructability and risk
  • Support proposal submissions and manage bid schedules

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance Plans
  • Disability
  • Career Development through Mentoring Program and Continuing Education
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Estimator to join our team full-time in Long Island City, Queens, NY. In this key role, you will partner closely with the Chief Estimator and collaborate across teams to support the development of competitive heavy civil bids and estimates. Responsibilities include performing quantity takeoffs, maintaining and updating cost data, coordinating with subcontractors and vendors, and preparing comprehensive proposals for final review. This position offers the opportunity to play a meaningful role in delivering high-quality, winning bids.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate bid pricing for heavy civil projects
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to fully understand project scope and requirements
  • Build, maintain, and update labor, material, and equipment cost data (HCSS)
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor quotations
  • Develop pricing for bids, alternates, and change orders
  • Review estimates for constructability, risk, and value-engineering opportunities
  • Support and lead proposal submissions, including design-build pursuits
  • Develop and manage bid schedules, ensuring all milestones are met
  • Maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of heavy civil estimating experience and 7+ years in construction overall
  • Strong understanding of contracts, bid processes, and insurance requirements
  • Experience bidding with NYC agencies and within the tri-state market
  • Design-build experience is a plus
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting heavy civil drawings and specifications
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience with HCSS, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and/or B2W preferred
  • Familiarity with subcontractor scopes and vendor coordination
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to perform under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment


What We Offer:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance Plans
  • Disability
  • Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education


The above description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements associated with the Senior Estimator position. The job responsibilities may evolve and change over time to align with the needs of the projects and the organization.

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