Estimator

MLJ Contracting is a premier general contractor in the heavy construction market, performing major public works projects for client agencies across the New York City area and expanding to New England. The Estimator works both independently and collaboratively with executive management and project teams to estimate project costs for firm fixed-price bids, proposals, and change orders. The Estimator leverages field experience, industry knowledge, and solid analytical skills to prepare accurate scope of work and quantity take-offs.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of Estimating process; Conduct thorough analysis of drawings, specifications and any other document from the agency, ensuring required information is provided; Perform detailed project cost estimates by analyzing plans, specifications and performing quantity take-offs for select trades; Research selected products from a cost and constructability perspective; Solicit sub-contractor pricing and bids for different trades in preparation of cost estimate and manage the subcontractor RFP process; Qualify and level subcontractors’ proposals according to project specifications; Itemize trade specific scopes and prepare bid packages; Review progress and construction documents for constructability; Lead and participate in discussion regarding alternate detail and materials for specific areas or trades; Provide and present value engineering options and costs; Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times; Provide and present estimating productions and scheduling; Coordinate administrative staff in sending documents to vendors; Interact with clients, architects, engineers and Local Jurisdictions to understand and incorporate project objectives, schedules, permits, costs, etc.; Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned

Requirements

College degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field (or equivalent years’ experience); Minimum of 3 years of construction estimating experience; Strong verbal, written communication and organization skills; Highly proficient in selected software (Excel, Word, Outlook); Ability to make decisions, work independently and coordinate estimating colleagues; Ability to meet critical project deadlines, willingness to coordinate and work as a team member

Nice to have

Preferred with government agencies as MTA, DDC, PANYNJ, DOT, DEP, etc.; HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software and P6 a plus