Job description

PACO Group, Inc. (PACO) is looking for an experienced Cost Estimator to support development of Project Level Estimates for 2020-2024 Capital Program and other Infrastructure Projects for the MTA Capital Construction and Development with the Long Island Railroad (MTA C&D/LIRR).

Scope of Work

The estimator will be responsible for providing project level cost estimates, in accordance with the DPM Procedures and Guidelines to support 2020-2024 Capital Program and other Infrastructure Projects.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain Project Level Estimates through various stages of a project, representing the total project scope.

Design Phase

• Prepare order of magnitude conceptual estimates.

• Develop order of magnitude scope with Project Team.

• Prepare preliminary budget and definitive estimates.

• Develop quantity takeoff.

• Obtain material pricing from vendors.

• Develop labor/equipment crew requirements for each work component.

• Estimate productivity for each work component based on previous LIRR experience.

• Develop estimates for comparison to bids received.

Construction Phase

• Review Contractor progress payment breakdown.

• Develop change order estimates and support PM and Procurement & Logistics (P&L) during negotiations.

• Perform site investigations.

• Develop Change Request scope with Project Team.

• Prepare comparison of Change Request estimate to contractor proposal for negotiation process.

• Develop Force Account Estimates to support in-house construction efforts.

• Attend required project and staff meetings.

• Develop estimates for Value Engineering change proposal reviews.

• Develop/review Amtrak and LIRR estimate for construction support.

Required Qualifications

• Five to Ten years of experience in the Engineering / Construction Cost Estimating field with an emphasis in cost estimates.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology related field or equivalent.

• Experience with review of Drawings and Contract Specifications.

• Experience with use of RS Means or equivalent, historical productivity and cost data.

• A thorough knowledge of computer applications as it relates to Estimating - MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Must be able to effectively communicate, possess good interpersonal skills and meet deadlines.

• A thorough knowledge of Railroad Construction practices is preferable.

PACO Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65.00 - $72.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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