Estimator

Position Summary

The Estimator is responsible for creating take-offs and bid support for construction projects, helping shape proposals and supporting the buy-out phase.

Primary Responsibilities

• Examine blueprints and supporting project documents to calculate labor, material, time, and cost estimates.
• Interpret contract paperwork for the relevant project divisions.
• Request and gather pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assess subcontractor bids to confirm scope coverage, completeness, and accuracy.
• Complete detailed quantity surveys and take-offs.
• Review prior estimate and subcontract quotation files to support new bids.
• Compare KPI information to assist with bid preparation.
• Build spreadsheets and coordinate with the estimating team for bid day activities.
• Prepare and submit large-scale, multimillion-dollar bids for company services.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules.
• Identify priority issues and prepare reports for senior leaders and clients.
• Organize and archive bid documents after bid day for estimate and quote records.
• Check awarded contracts against bid documents to ensure alignment.
• Schedule and lead handoff meetings with management to review budget and the bid plan for project execution.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in construction estimating.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Working knowledge of plan reading and interpretation.
• Experience reviewing contract documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Capability to handle several priorities at once and work to deadlines.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Work is generally performed indoors, with some onsite and outdoor involvement.
• The role involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading, writing, and computer use.
• Exposure to extreme weather, including very hot and very cold conditions, may occur.
• There may be exposure to loud noise.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Additional Information

This job description is not a complete list of every duty the role may require. Additional responsibilities and unplanned tasks may be assigned as needed.

About the Company

RailWorks is a major North American provider of rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions, with more than a century of experience. Its wide reach supports fast service to customers and creates growth opportunities for employees. The company emphasizes a collaborative, safe, open-minded workplace that values teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity, and it promotes a culture built on trust, respect, and acceptance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.