Cost Estimator II

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Cost Estimator with a passion for precision and excellence? We're on the lookout for a skilled professional like you to join our dynamic team. As Cost Estimator II, you will prepare budgets, estimates, and pre-bid packages for design and construction projects, ensuring the seamless transformation of plans into reality for our valued clients.

In this position, you'll play a crucial part in the accurate and timely preparation of material and labor estimates. Your responsibilities will extend to interacting with vendors, collaborating to compile responsible and precise estimates of costs for projects, all in alignment with the project plans and specifications.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that balances professional excellence with personal well-being. TCT is proud to offer competitive benefits, including a generous PTO and holiday package, and the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, allowing you to thrive both in and out of the office.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who is bright, enthusiastic, and works comfortably in a team environment. You will assist in preparing cost estimates from the conceptual phase through construction documents. This is a great opportunity for an entry to mid-level estimator with an interest in private and public sector architectural and engineering design projects. This career-track position offers numerous opportunities for growth, leadership development, and mentorship with our project management team.

About TCT

Toscano Clements Taylor (TCT) is an independent, woman-owned small business specializing in cost estimation and project control consulting services for public and private sector projects. With offices in New York City and Washington, DC, we’re proud to work on projects that shape communities both locally and on a larger scale, all while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

At TCT, we combine the reach and capability of larger firms with the personal touch and adaptability of a smaller organization. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If you enjoy solving challenges, collaborating with like-minded professionals, and taking pride in your work, TCT is the place for you.

Essential Functions

• Estimate Development: Analyze construction drawings, documentation, and relevant data to prepare accurate estimates for time, cost, materials, and labor, subject to review by a Senior Estimator. Support project management by preparing estimates that align with project goals for planning, scheduling, and organizing work.
• Cost Analysis and Monitoring: Assess costeffectiveness by tracking actual costs against initial bids throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and adjustments as necessary.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Consult with clients, vendors, internal teams, and construction personnel to discuss and formulate estimates, address project concerns, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Communication: Maintain clear, professional communication with colleagues, clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to discuss updates, changes, and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Information Gathering & ProblemSolving: Take initiative to collect relevant information from various sources, proactively identify potential challenges, and escalate issues to supervisors for resolution.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred.
• Experience Requirement: Must have some experience working as a cost estimator, demonstrated through an internship or prior work experience.
• Familiarity with Estimating Software: Ability to learn inhouse estimating programs such as OnScreen Takeoff, ETakeoff, MII, and Sage.
• ProblemSolving Skills: Excellent problemsolving abilities, with the capability to analyze complex situations and propose effective solutions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel, for data analysis, reporting, and project management purposes.
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.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a firm that values precision, innovation, and people, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and discover how you can grow with TCT!

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.