Estimator (Electrical, General Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing)
About The Position
Build your career while building NYC schools! The Construction Management Department administers all Capital projects performed in existing public school buildings and the construction of new schools. Construction Management will do so in a safe and efficient manner, working with the school and community to work efficiently, minimize the impact on the educational process while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Job Description Summary The Estimator is responsible for providing cost estimates on new construction, rehabilitation, alterations, replacement systems, change orders and additional work to ensure that prices charged the Authority are appropriate for the work performed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or its educational equivalent
- Six years of full time technical experience; two years must have been in one of the following estimating areas: architectural, electrical or mechanical/plumbing; the remaining year may have been in any one or combination of technical construction related areas or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Confers with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a cost estimate.
- Reviews change orders for conformance with Authority requirements and quality standards.
- Reviews quantities and types of materials to be included on Authority work (costs of materials, labor, site preparation, methods of performing the work) and the economic factors affecting a project.
- May participate in cost negotiations.
- Performs related duties, as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
- Prescription Drug Options
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
- Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
- Transit Check Program
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
- tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role
- access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities
- Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
