At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Construction Estimator with a minimum of 8 years of total related experience, of which 5 years must be in industrial/commercial markets. The preconstruction team will pursue comprehensive public, private, and design-build projects within our core markets. The Senior Estimator is responsible for planning and executing estimating activities at the project level with support from the estimating department. This individual must possess strong interpersonal skills and will act as a liaison to the subcontractor community.

As an experienced Estimator, you will lead projects from initial budgeting, through estimating, to negotiating contracts and subcontracts. Collaboration with internal and external design professionals will be integral to our design-build projects. You should possess the ability to look beyond basic information and ask the right questions to assemble a complete and accurate estimate.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and passionate advocate for our customers, empowering and engaging them throughout the process. We encourage innovative solutions to complex issues as they arise related to cost, lead times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials.

Position Responsibilities

• Handle complex, integrated projects from the first estimate through contract award.
• Prepare and organize project RFP's.
• Receive and manage incoming RFI's and subcontractor requests.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific clarifications and comprehensive bid packages.
• Prepare a complete and accurate bid tab, compiling general conditions, trade proposals and applicable general construction self-perform work.
• Make subcontractor award recommendations to the PM/Owner, assist with negotiating subcontracts with trade partners.
• Asist in preparation of post bid submissions.
• Assist in preparation preliminary project schedules.
• Knowledge and understanding of how to lead and promote subcontractor diversity, and review all specific MWBE & SDVOB good faith efforts.
• Assemble and participate in Client/Owner estimate presentations.
• Engage and develop business with new and existing customers.

Skills/Education/Experience

• Thorough understanding of building systems, construction methods, and industry tends.
• 8+ years of experience as a commercial construction estimator.
• Experience preparing detailed estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Understanding of the design build project delivery.
• A strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.
• Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Well versed with negotiations.
• Create innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.
• Ability to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
• Able to work autonomously and able to make decisions on the fly.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that drive construction cost.
• Effective participation in a team environment, internally and externally
• Effective time management & organization
• Presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of WinEst, Timberline, Building Connected, On-Screen Takeoff, Revit, Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera, OR similar Preconstruction Software
• College degree preferred, but not required

Estimated Compensation Range: $95,000 - $110,000/year*

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*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.