AT SCHIMENTI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, we understand our people are our most important asset and with the best talent in the industry, we strive to consistently deliver world-class customer service. We are a premier general contractor across the retail, hospitality, and corporate interior sectors and continue to deliver exceptional results year after year. By joining us, you become a part of a results-driven, professional, and collaborative team across multiple office locations in New York and California to build different.

We are seeking an experienced Estimator for our New York, NY office.  Estimators are responsible for accurately determining the total costs associated with a construction project by executing a detailed line-item budget for each trade. The ideal candidate must have an acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed conceptual budgets and estimating from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design and design development documents
  • Perform detailed take-offs of all trades. Initiate and manage entire bid process (construction management and general contractor) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid package
  • Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors
  • Build and maintain vendor relationships
  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
  • Work collaboratively with field team to communicate deliverables and procurement schedules
  • Level subcontractor bid proposals for accuracy and scope gaps
  • Prepare scope of work documentation by division
  • Attend and lead subcontractor calls and meetings as needed
  • Conduct on-site walk-throughs as needed

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 4+ years of experience in budgeting and estimating for commercial construction projects.  Both core & shell and commercial interior knowledge required. Retail construction or banking construction experience a plus.
  • Proven ability to compile complete estimates and hard bid packages with trade breakdowns 
  • Procurement and MS Project scheduling experience
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to lead or participate meetings with subcontractors, clients, owners, and architects as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Ability to deliver to deadlines for multiple concurrent projects 
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
  • Ability to value engineer a project
  • Knowledge of Tri-State subcontractor base
  • College degree preferred
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong knowledge of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook 
  • Sage/Timberline skills preferred
  • Knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff preferred

 

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed in New York City. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Schimenti’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $110,000 - $165,000 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and specific performance awards. In addition, Schimenti provides a variety of comprehensive benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, and paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

 

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