Job Title: Cost Estimator
Work mode: On-site
Location: Yonkers, NY.
Toll International LLC is a premier project management consulting firm based in New York City, specializing in comprehensive construction project management. Our company is committed to sustainability, social impact, and fostering an inclusive work environment. We prioritize work-life balance to ensure happy and productive employees.
Role description:
In this role, you will use your cost estimating experience to develop independent, complete and accurate cost estimates and lead the negotiation of construction design and field change orders. You will also be responsible for reviewing contractor time and material records and cost documentation for inclusion in monthly payment requisitions. Will also be responsible for the development of independent cost estimates for potential change orders for submission to the client.
Role accountabilities:
•Development of independent cost estimates for change orders including quantity takeoff, pricing, verification of vendor pricing, evaluation of historical cost data, development of estimates for markups and indirect costs in accordance with industry standards, NYCDEP contract requirements and best practices.
•Review and evaluate cost proposals provided by contractors through construction document take-offs, subcontractor proposals and estimates, use of estimating software, construction experience and knowledge. Facilitate cost negotiations with contractors.
•Prepare independent estimates of probable costs for potential change orders.
•Review and evaluate contractor time and material records and cost documentation for inclusion in monthly payment requisitions.
•Develop Authorized Cost Breakdown Spreadsheets and Negotiation Memos for all negotiated change orders.
•Support the quantification of financial damages associated with claims for delay, loss of productivity, cost overruns, and other project impacts.
Qualifications & Experience:
•Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
•A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an estimator
•Proficiency with Sage (Timberline), Bluebeam estimating software
•Proficiency with and MS Office Suite
Key Attributes:
•Strong verbal and written communication skills are required
•Ability to understand complex projects, with the ability to foresee and avoid potential construction scheduling issues
•Embraces the implementation of innovative digital solutions
•Hands-on field experience in construction is preferred
•Preferred certifications include: CCP, CEP, CCM, PMP
•Expertise with estimating discipline which may include general trades, heavy civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation and controls.
•NYCDEP construction project, change order and payment requisition processing experience a plus.