Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the estimation process, ensuring accurate and complete cost estimates for assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage document control and review all estimate information, including requests for quotations, internal requests for estimates, correspondence, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare a work breakdown structure for project estimates.
• Coordinate and track estimate progress, ensuring all requirements are met with necessary parties.
• Conduct quantity verification and develop computerized takeoff sheets to accurately identify all costs.
• Identify potential risks and betterments for each project and report findings.
• Solicit wage determinations from labor union representatives and pricing from material vendors.
• Assist the purchasing department with the preparation of subcontractor bid packages.
• Create complete cost estimates using corporate estimating software, including all labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and productivity costs.
• Develop preliminary bill of materials and project budgets upon job award, and track job progress.
• Generate estimates and budget updates for change orders and estimate variances during construction.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in estimation, commercial construction, bidding, and using estimating software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of industry standards and ability to provide feedback for operational improvements.
• Participation in professional development or educational programs as required.
• Ability to react to change and handle additional tasks as assigned.

Work Environment

This position is onsite in Watertown. The work environment involves collaboration with various departments and requires effective communication with jobsite personnel.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, NY.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.