Senior Estimator - Gateway

Arcadis

The Role

Overview

Develop and manage detailed cost estimates for the Gateway Hudson Tunnel project.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk analysis
  • bid review
  • cost estimating
  • compliance
  • cost breakdown
  • quantity takeoffs

Tasks

-Perform risk and uncertainty analyses to develop contingencies and evaluate potential cost impacts. -Review contractor bids and change orders to support negotiation and procurement processes. -Lead the development of detailed cost estimates across all project phases (conceptual, preliminary, and final design). -Ensure all estimates are compliant with industry standards, client requirements, and relevant regulations. -Prepare cost breakdowns for civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, communications, signal, and track systems. -Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and stakeholders to understand project scope and cost drivers. -Analyze drawings, specifications, and other project documents to prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and pricing.

Requirements

  • cost estimating
  • mep
  • nyc unions
  • 10 years
  • civil engineering
  • time management

What You Bring

-Experience in preparing detailed cost estimates for MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), civil, structural, or architectural construction projects. -Proficiency in cost estimating methodologies and techniques related to construction. -Knowledge of New York City construction trade unions rates and rules. -Strong ability to produce high-quality materials within tight timeframes and manage multiple assignments simultaneously. -10 years of experience estimating complex infrastructure or tunnel projects. -Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

The Company

About Arcadis

-Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse. -Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide. -Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics. -Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence. -Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Water

Environment

Buildings

Transport

Utilities