Construction Estimator - GC | CM - Interior Fit-out at HAYS in Albany, New York

Job Description:

Your new company



This New York based General Contracting and Construction Management firm has been established for the past 35 years specializing in partial office re-configurations to multi-floor build-outs. This company is a multi-generation family business with a very impressive staff retention rate.


They have a very healthy pipeline in place, thus they are looking to hire an additional Estimator to join the team and assist with their current workload - this includes a $50MM 200,000 sq.ft. fit-out across 9 floors and a $20MM 150,000 sq.ft. renovation. This opportunity would suit a 4-year-experienced Estimator to come on board into a very stable business that really strives to look after their employees as they continue to grow in the market and hit the ground running.



Your new role


In this role on a day-to-day basis, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Analyzing and interpreting architectural plans


• Obtaining quotes from suppliers


• Providing detailed proposals and accurate bid packages


• Attending meetings with vendors, clients and architects.


• Capable of performing detailed quantity take-offs and organizing the quantities with unit pricing in production of an estimate.


• The ability to build a full conceptual cost estimate from architectural sketches/schematics.


• Experience in developing and implementing value engineering solutions to drive down project costs for the owner while maintaining a high level of construction quality.


• Ability to negotiate throughout the bidding process


• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and aggressive deadlines.


• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail


• A team player with a positive attitude who can also work independently, is self-motivated and success-driven, yet able and willing to take direction.

What you'll need to succeed


The ideal candidate will have 4 years' experience specifically in commercial, retail and unique fit-out and renovation style projects across the Manhattan area. You will be able to utilize healthy relationships with Sub-Contractors across the Tri-State primarily in New York City. Working within a General Contractor/ Sub-Contractor previously would be advantageous. Applicants ideally will be degree qualified holding a construction related degree.



What you'll get in return


If you are looking to work for a business that has a solid reputation within the New York market, specializing in the interiors space that is able to offer you a great career path in which you can grow as they do. Whilst offering a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidate, this could be a role for you.



What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click "apply now" to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume, or call Callum Hewitt on the details provided. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your next move.
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