This Estimator position will require excellent communication skills and great attention to detail. The Estimator should be able to negotiate with a range of professionals, make accurate time and cost estimates, and resolve any issues that arise. Also looking for the estimator to have skills in creating construction schedules.
Estimator Responsibilities:

• Determining the total cost of materials, equipment, utilities, and labor for construction projects.
• Develop CPM Construction schedules.
• Researching construction documents and analyzing specifications.
• Preparing estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling project work.
• Managing pre-qualification and pre-bid submissions.
• Preparing estimates to meet project goals, such as setting work hours, sequencing tasks, obtaining materials, and securing the best deals with vendors and subcontractors.
• Ensuring that relevant documents and budgets are submitted before a bid deadline.
• Regularly reporting to Management and keeping clients updated on the project status.
• Formulating contingency plans and effectively managing risks that might impact cost and time estimates.
• Keeping track of the latest estimating technology and industry-related techniques.
• Collaborating with other teams, conducting site visits, and providing other services, like bid deliveries, when required.
• Estimator Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent degree.
• Extensive experience as an Estimator in the construction field.
• Exceptional time management, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
• Brilliant management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to closely collaborate with other project teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent research, proposal writing, and oral presentation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of best industry practices and standards.
• Advanced computer skills and demonstrable competency with software such as PlanSwift or On-Screen Takeoff and MS Project or P6.
• Ability to travel extensively and perform site visits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,143.00 - $133,044.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• What Estimating Software Programs have you used?
• What Construction Scheduling Software have you used?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction Estimating for a General Contractor: 3 years (Preferred)
• Construction Scheduling for a General Contractor: 3 years (Preferred)
• Multifamily New Construction: 2 years (Preferred)
• Multifamily Occupied Construction: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Yonkers, NY 10701 (Required)

Work Location: In person