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Public Works Estimator – Commercial Construction
Location: Schenectady, NY (Onsite)
Salary: ~$90,000 DOE
A well-established commercial general contractor based in Schenectady, NY is seeking a skilled and experienced Public Works Estimator to join their team. This full-time, onsite role offers the opportunity to play a key role in a wide range of private and public-sector commercial projects across the Capital Region.
Position Summary:
The Estimator will focus primarily on plant-spec and public works projects, managing competitive bid processes from start to finish. This individual will work on 3–5 simultaneous projects of varying size and complexity, occasionally dedicating full-time attention to larger efforts (e.g., $30M ). This is a critical hire due to the planned retirement of a long-tenured senior team member, and the company is looking for someone who can step into this role with confidence and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive estimates and competitive bids for public and private commercial projects
- Solicit subcontractor and supplier quotes, leveraging strong relationships within the local construction market
- Interpret plans, specifications, and addenda to generate accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates
- Coordinate with project management and preconstruction teams to align estimates with execution plans
- Attend site walks and pre-bid meetings when required
- Track and evaluate historical data for use in future bids
- Maintain a high level of communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in construction estimating; 10 years preferred
- Proven background in public works and plant-spec estimating
- Strong knowledge of local subcontractor market in the Capital Region
- Polished communication skills with the ability to be persistent and persuasive when working with subcontractors
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience with estimating software
Additional Info:
- This is a full-time onsite role; candidates must be located within driving distance of Schenectady, NY
- Company typically manages 10–15 projects at a time, ranging from $10K additions to $35M new builds
- Project portfolio includes office buildings, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, retail, and light government work
Salary : $90,000
