Project Estimator- NYC

Summary

Blue Ridge Executive Search is seeking a Project Estimator for a top general contractor. The role involves preparing construction estimates, reviewing project documents, conducting quantity surveys, analyzing subcontractor quotes and historical costs, and collaborating with project stakeholders. This is a remote position requiring some travel within New York City to jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Gather, calculate, and compile data and information from quantity surveys, plans and specifications to use in preparing an overall estimate or portion of an estimate under general supervision
• Review project specifications, drawings, attend pre-con meetings, to understand scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Responsible for advanced quantity surveys and quantification of select subcontractor trades
• Prepare scopes of work with suppliers and subcontractors for review by pre-construction or project managers
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity reports, etc., into unit and man-hour figures. Analyze and post subcontractor quotes. Maintain Budget Status log
• Analyze value engineering. Collect and prepare historical cost analysis. Foster positive internal relationships with project teams Develop and maintain positive relationships with owner, architect, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Attend meetings as directed with architect and/or owner to gather and disseminate information regarding projects
• Electrical and MEP experience a plus!

Skills

• A four-year college degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or similar
• Minimum of two years of vertical commercial building estimating experience
• Experience in many facets of large construction, hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing are just a few of the sectors that you will need in your tool belt
• Previous field experience is essential
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of On-Screen Take Off, iSqft, Bluebeam, and Proficiency in MS office suite
• Understanding of CSI, Uniformat, and Masterformat
• Knowledge of Timberline Estimating and Primavera Scheduling
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build relationship with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors that lead to positive outcomes
• Excellent team player
• Electrical and MEP experience a plus!

Qualifications

Must Haves

• A four-year college degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or similar
• Minimum of two years of vertical commercial building estimating experience
• Experience in many facets of large construction, hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing are just a few of the sectors that you will need in your tool belt
• Previous field experience is essential
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of On-Screen Take Off, iSqft, Bluebeam, and Proficiency in MS office suite
• Understanding of CSI, Uniformat, and Masterformat
• Knowledge of Timberline Estimating and Primavera Scheduling
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build relationship with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors that lead to positive outcomes
• Excellent team player

Nice to Haves

• Electrical and MEP experience a plus!

Benefits

• This will be a remote position.
• Opportunities for advancement