A leading construction firm delivering projects across diverse sectors including commercial, residential, and industrial.
Supports lead estimators in preconstruction estimating, budgeting, and GMP preparation.
4 days ago ago
$140,000 - $170,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Management
General Contracting
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Pre‑Construction
Virtual Design & Construction (VDC/BIM)
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Sports
Aviation
Transportation
Infrastructure
Industrial
Role
Description
site visits
bim takeoff
quantity takeoff
pricing
bid coordination
estimate docs
Visit project sites to evaluate existing conditions, identify and capture scope not included in design documents.
Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies.
Prepare trade partner bid proposal forms and bid recording sheets for assigned trades, evaluate trade partner input for scope inclusion, and identify scope gaps and overlaps, coordinate with other staff managing trades.
Collaborate with Project Preconstruction Manager and Preconstruction Manager in estimating functions throughout preconstruction phase launch process.
Utilize Building Information Models (BIM) for quantity take-off and visualization to support complete estimate preparation.
Coordinate trade partner bid lists with procurement for budget pricing and bidding.
Manage distribution of current design documents for trade partner budgeting and bidding; ensure account for sufficient trade partner input.
Prepare comparison analysis to previous estimates and develop clear and concise messages to explain variances for each project stakeholder.
Participate in hiring process, onboard and deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, execute/contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with development needs.
Develop, lead, or support assembly of estimate, bid or GMP documents required by and submitted to owner; coordinate requirements with contract agreement.
Ensure complete and accurate pricing within estimate or Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), reflect recent pricing data and trade partner bids or budgets.
Support Project Preconstruction Manager or Preconstruction Manager in set-up of estimate, estimate schedule, and responsibility matrix.
Project management of competing demands, and meet established deadlines
Take lead role or support role in Lump Sum bid process
Participate in estimate review meetings with internal stakeholders to validate estimate prior to client delivery
Review design documents for completion; assemble comments and requests for additional information needed to provide complete estimates.
Lead review meetings with owner, architect, and engineer related to Preconstruction phase.
Lead coordination of operational input during estimating, bidding, and GMP process; ensure estimate incorporates detailed General Conditions/Requirement (GC/GRs) study and site logistics and Building LIFE as prepared by Operations.
Perform quantity take-off, analysis, estimate, and studies for assigned trades and building systems.
Active participation in estimate and GMP review meetings with architects, engineers, and owners. Incorporate comments, feedback, and input into revised estimates or GMP’s and assemble revised documents for final submission.
Requirements
bachelors
8+ years
estimating software
project engineering
supervisory
microsoft office
Building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices knowledge
Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
Supervisory or management experience
Experience in project engineering, field supervision or purchasing
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction or similar, and minimum of 8 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Extensive knowledge of estimating documents and ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of documents
Conceptual ability, able to work with minimum information and quickly develop understanding of owner/architect requirements
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Familiar with operating procedures and methods of other departments – Procurement, Operations
Travel Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and familiar with estimating software
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1902 Founded
Year Founded
The company's legacy began in 1902.
With a rich legacy, the company has delivered iconic projects such as the Burj Khalifa and New York’s One World Trade Center.
The company specializes in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction.
The company has earned a reputation for executing complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
The company’s expertise extends to diverse civil works, including heavy civil projects like bridges, roads, and utilities.
The company is also known for its innovative approach, integrating advanced construction techniques and sustainability in its projects.
The company has consistently ranked among the top global contractors.
Culture + Values
Teamwork
Integrity
Commitment
“A promise made is a promise delivered.”
Safety and Wellness: promote an injury-free environment and the safest workplace possible
Lean Construction: emphasize collaboration, reliable scheduling and delivering the most value while consuming the fewest resources
Innovation: foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical expertise
Environmental Sustainability and Resiliency: conduct business consciously and responsibly to create a healthy, prosperous and sustainable future
Community and Citizenship: commitment to community and educational outreach as essential corporate citizenship
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG): connecting safety, care for others, sustainability, transparency and accountability
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Neutrality Targets
Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Net Zero for operations by 2030 and supply chain by 2040.
$60B Delivered
Green-Building Projects
Over $60 billion worth of green-building projects completed.
43M Tons Diverted
Construction Waste Reduction
Over 43 million tons of construction waste diverted from landfills.
27% Emissions Cut
Data-Center Pilot Success
Achieved a 27% reduction in emissions through electric temporary heat in data-center pilot.
LED lighting on sites, bans vehicle idling, electrifies fleet and pilots hybrid/electric construction equipment
Fleet to be fully electric by 2028
Using renewable diesel (HVO) across projects to reduce lifecycle carbon, with broader deployment planned in 2025
Projects like Chico State Behavioral & Social Sciences Building are net‑zero operationally and LEED Gold