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Senior Estimator - Infrastructure & Transportation

Railroad Construction Company, Inc.
Paterson, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

Railroad Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a motivated, highly organized team player to join our Estimating Department in the NJ/NY Metro area. If you’re passionate about construction, eager to gain hands-on experience, and ready to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you!


Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To

  • Analyze project documents for risk, schedule, and profitability.
  • Review plans/specs and prepare complete, accurate bid proposals.
  • Perform quantity take-offs and pricing for materials, subcontractors, and crews.
  • Compare current bids to historical data and manage post-bid documentation.
  • Build and manage project budgets and documentation.
  • Communicate with owners, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Visit project sites to evaluate methods and progress.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
  • Proven track record estimating civil projects up to $50M. Experience with larger projects ($100M ) is preferred.
  • Skilled in construction means/methods and production for structures, roadways, sitework, and utilities. Experience with trackwork is a plus.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail.
  • 10 years in Estimating/Project Management.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, Blue Beam, Heavy Bid.
  • Ability to deliver winning, value-driven bids.
  • Knowledge of union agreements is a plus.
  • Experience with alternate delivery methods (e.g. Design Build) is a plus.

Salary : $175,000 - $220,000

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