Estimator - Cost jobs in Albany, NY

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with private and public entities to holistically approach facility and infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then Wendel is the place for you!

Wendel is looking for a well-versed General Trades/Construction Cost Estimator that can estimate at a high level with great detail to join our New York based construction team. This position will be a key player on the team and assist in the growth and development of our Construction Management practice area. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead all general trades and GC cost estimating. 
• Lead the coordination and management of multiple prime sub-contracts. 
• Assist with the administration of construction projects.
• Be an integral part of taking all general construction estimates from start to finish.

Qualifications: 

• An Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology/ Management, Engineering or Architecture is preferred.
• 5 - 10 years of experience in General Construction Cost Estimating and Construction Management with multidiscipline buildings and infrastructure projects. 
• Proficiency and significant experience with General Trades Construction Cost Estimating at the concept level through detailed bid level estimates is required.  
• Use of cost estimating software and the development of detailed quantity take offs and application of historical cost data to prepare estimates is essential experience required. 
• Experience with scheduling software and use of construction management software is a plus.
• Project management experience is a big plus. 
• Excel in communication and working in a team environment. Have leadership abilities. 
• Have excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Must be willing to travel within NYS 10-20% of the time. 

What we offer:

• Amazing company culture and work environment.
• Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.
• A true Work-Life balance including a flexible schedule. 
• Competitive salary.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness Programs.

Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000.

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.