Energy Jobline ZR
Senior Cost Estimator 1 - New Jersey in Jersey City
Energy Jobline ZR, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Senior Cost Estimator – Jersey City, NJ
Salary: $170,000/year - $180,000/year
Are you a seasoned Cost Estimator with a passion for precision and deep expertise in railroad, mass transit, and infrastructure construction projects? Toscano Clements Taylor (TCT) is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join our team on-site in Jersey City, New Jersey. In this position, you'll play a pivotal role in evaluating and validating cost estimates across all phases of design and construction to ensure accuracy, alignment with scope, and cost-effectiveness. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your technical expertise and leadership capabilities to major capital projects in a highly collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Excellence: Review cost estimates at all stages of design and construction for consistency, accuracy, and alignment with the project scope. Prepare detailed unit price and lump sum estimates based on labor, materials, and equipment rates. Apply advanced knowledge in Risk Assessment, Life Cycle Cost Analysis, and Value Engineering during reviews of cost analyses and VE estimates.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Participate in design and construction meetings, offering insights on cost drivers, cost reduction strategies, and scope alignment. Coordinate with project teams, design professionals, and owner representatives to validate and reconcile estimates.
Communication & Reporting: Develop written reports summarizing estimate reviews, clarifications, and value options. Provide input into project cost reports and funding requests. Represent TCT in client meetings and contribute to presentations, as needed.
Leadership & Quality Assurance: Mentor junior staff and participate in internal quality control reviews. Help maintain the integrity of cost estimating processes and support continuous improvement initiatives across project controls.
Requirements
Educational Background: Bachelors degree in construction management, Engineering, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 15+ years of experience in cost estimation and preconstruction, with specific experience on railroad and/or mass transit infrastructure projects.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil/site construction, structural systems, mechanical/electrical systems, and architectural finishes. Familiarity with public-sector project delivery methods and cost-related documentation.
Technical Proficiency: Experience using cost estimating software (e.g., MC2, RSMeans), Microsoft Excel, Word, and project controls systems. Knowledge of bid management tools and digital document collaboration platforms. Proven ability to analyze scope documentation, drawings, specifications, and historical data to validate estimates. Skilled in developing construction cost breakdowns by discipline and CSI division.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize technical findings clearly and professionally for both internal and client-facing audiences.
Why Choose TCT
Small Giant: We're large enough to work on exciting projects with renowned firms, but small enough to ensure that design teams can achieve excellence and projects can be built. Engage in diverse and challenging construction projects that will enhance your skills and expertise.
Career Growth: We foster a culture of continuous learning, providing ample opportunities for career advancement. We want to discover the future leaders of our firm.
Team Collaboration: Join a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork is celebrated.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.
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Are you a seasoned Cost Estimator with a passion for precision and deep expertise in railroad, mass transit, and infrastructure construction projects? Toscano Clements Taylor (TCT) is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join our team on-site in Jersey City, New Jersey. In this position, you'll play a pivotal role in evaluating and validating cost estimates across all phases of design and construction to ensure accuracy, alignment with scope, and cost-effectiveness. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your technical expertise and leadership capabilities to major capital projects in a highly collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Excellence: Review cost estimates at all stages of design and construction for consistency, accuracy, and alignment with the project scope. Prepare detailed unit price and lump sum estimates based on labor, materials, and equipment rates. Apply advanced knowledge in Risk Assessment, Life Cycle Cost Analysis, and Value Engineering during reviews of cost analyses and VE estimates.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Participate in design and construction meetings, offering insights on cost drivers, cost reduction strategies, and scope alignment. Coordinate with project teams, design professionals, and owner representatives to validate and reconcile estimates.
Communication & Reporting: Develop written reports summarizing estimate reviews, clarifications, and value options. Provide input into project cost reports and funding requests. Represent TCT in client meetings and contribute to presentations, as needed.
Leadership & Quality Assurance: Mentor junior staff and participate in internal quality control reviews. Help maintain the integrity of cost estimating processes and support continuous improvement initiatives across project controls.
Requirements
Educational Background: Bachelors degree in construction management, Engineering, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 15+ years of experience in cost estimation and preconstruction, with specific experience on railroad and/or mass transit infrastructure projects.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil/site construction, structural systems, mechanical/electrical systems, and architectural finishes. Familiarity with public-sector project delivery methods and cost-related documentation.
Technical Proficiency: Experience using cost estimating software (e.g., MC2, RSMeans), Microsoft Excel, Word, and project controls systems. Knowledge of bid management tools and digital document collaboration platforms. Proven ability to analyze scope documentation, drawings, specifications, and historical data to validate estimates. Skilled in developing construction cost breakdowns by discipline and CSI division.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize technical findings clearly and professionally for both internal and client-facing audiences.
Why Choose TCT
Small Giant: We're large enough to work on exciting projects with renowned firms, but small enough to ensure that design teams can achieve excellence and projects can be built. Engage in diverse and challenging construction projects that will enhance your skills and expertise.
Career Growth: We foster a culture of continuous learning, providing ample opportunities for career advancement. We want to discover the future leaders of our firm.
Team Collaboration: Join a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork is celebrated.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.
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