Civil/Structural Cost Estimator

ProSidian Consulting, LLC • Town of Brookhaven, NY

18h • Remote

About The Position

ProSidian is seeking a Civil/Structural Cost Estimator to provide an independent construction cost estimate for infrastructure supporting the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) in Upton, New York. The project supports the U.S. Department of Energy and Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC, and covers New York State Work Package No. 02, including support buildings, foundations, electrical distribution, process cooling infrastructure, underground utilities, tunnel connections, and site improvements.

The estimator will review detailed engineering drawings and specifications, quantify construction materials and work, validate labor and equipment costs, and prepare an AACE Class 1 construction cost estimate. The work includes civil and structural estimating for earthwork, foundations, micropiles, buildings, paving, drainage, buried utilities, and related infrastructure. The estimator will document risks, reconcile differences with the project Architect-Engineer and BSA, and contribute to a defensible estimate that supports procurement decisions and budget accountability.

The position is described as a contract-contingent, exempt 1099 role with no overtime pay, with the possibility of conversion to a full-time ProSidian W-2 position. Work is primarily remote within the United States, with on-site meetings and site walkdowns as directed. The role supports a federal laboratory environment and may require occasional travel. U.S. citizenship is required; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying, or equivalent demonstrated trade-estimating experience.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Quantitative accuracy, constructability judgment, site-risk identification, documentation discipline, and cross-discipline interface coordination.
• Knowledge of earthwork and foundation quantities, micropile pricing, structural and material takeoffs, utility and roadway estimates, civil specifications, productivity, and equipment cost development.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar tools, and advanced Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical, organizational, time-management, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, multitask, and work effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

• Recommended 7–10+ years of detailed civil/structural construction estimating experience, including complex industrial or institutional facilities, underground utilities, earthworks, and foundations.
• Experience with live-site constraints and specialty geotechnical work.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or AACE certification.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools; leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review detailed civil, architectural, structural, and geotechnical design drawings and specifications.
• Measure and develop quantities for earthwork, clearing, excavation, foundations, micropiles, structural steel and pre-engineered buildings, site concrete, paving, retaining walls, drainage, water and sanitary utilities, and tunnel penetrations.
• Prepare facility- and specification-level takeoffs and develop construction cost estimates.
• Price crew production, subcontract work, materials, and equipment.
• Develop estimates for base work, including power supply and DI water buildings, common civil works, pads, retaining walls, paving, and drainage.
• Estimate alternate work involving specified buildings, micropiles, crane structural interfaces, and relocated buried utilities.
• Document scope risks and participate in cost reconciliation with the project Architect-Engineer and BSA.
• Coordinate building and underground-system interfaces with mechanical and electrical estimators.
• Participate in site walkdowns as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage may be available depending on employment type, location, role, client, applicable laws, and plan terms.
• Assistance programs and wellness resources may be available to eligible employees.
• Paid time off may be available depending on applicable terms.
• Insurance and retirement plans may be available depending on applicable terms.
• Flexible spending opportunities may be available depending on applicable terms.
• Education and professional development opportunities may be available.
• Recognition bonuses and employee discounts may be available depending on applicable terms.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available where practicable and depending on applicable terms.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level