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About the Role

This position is responsible for preparing cost estimates for construction projects or services to aid management in bidding on or determining the price of a product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs to determine accurate scope of work and organize quantities with unit pricing in estimate production.
• Review and estimate/budget scope of work based on drawings and construction documents.
• Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating price.
• Calculate labor, material, and all other costs associated with a project.
• Create and submit proposals to clients within the specified timeframe.
• Manage and prioritize multiple estimates/projects.
• Prepare and issue CO’s and RFI’s based on construction drawings.
• Create and give presentations to clients and client representatives.
• Prepare and maintain AIA contracts and contract documentation.
• Create and execute subcontracts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Build full conceptual cost estimates from architectural sketches/schematics.
• Develop and implement value engineering solutions to drive down project costs while maintaining high construction quality.
• Confidently negotiate throughout the bidding process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering or similar is required.
• 7+ years estimator experience in the construction industry.
• Strong proficiency in reading and understanding plans and specifications.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude who can also work independently, is self-motivated and success driven, yet able and willing to take direction.
• Exceptional problem solving, organizational, and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and aggressive deadlines.

Skills

• On-Screen/On Center Take-Off
• Computer Ease
• Procore
• Building Connected
• InDesign
• Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Location

• NYC based

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 7+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering or similar

Salary/Compensations

• $175,000-$250,000 per year

Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401k

About the Company

• Reidy Contracting Group is a NYC based General Contractor firm that has collaborated with some of New York’s leading companies.
• We strive to maximize efficiency to ensure all of our clients’ goals are achieved.
• Our projects include renovation, new construction, construction infrastructure, and existing refurbishments.
• With skilled and highly qualified staff, along with our experienced subcontractors, we consistently exceed expectations.