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Job Requirements of Estimator (Electrical, General Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing):
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Employment Type:
Full-Time
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Location:
New York, NY (Onsite)
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Estimator (Electrical, General Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing)
The Construction Management Department administers all Capital projects performed in existing public school buildings and the construction of new schools. Construction Management will do so in a safe and efficient manner, working with the school and community to work efficiently, minimize the impact on the educational process while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Job Description Summary
The Estimator is responsible for providing cost estimates on new construction, rehabilitation, alterations, replacement systems, change orders and additional work to ensure that prices charged the Authority are appropriate for the work performed.
Job Description
Responsibilities include:
- Confers with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a cost estimate.
- Reviews change orders for conformance with Authority requirements and quality standards.
- Reviews quantities and types of materials to be included on Authority work (costs of materials, labor, site preparation, methods of performing the work) and the economic factors affecting a project.
- May participate in cost negotiations.
- Performs related duties, as assigned.
Civil Service Classification: Competitive
POSTING DATE: UNTIL FILLED
Salary:
- Appointment Rate: $59,835 - $81,087
- Incumbent Rate: $68,810 - $93,250
Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate or step.
Education
High school diploma or its educational equivalent
Certifications (if required)
Work Experience
Six years of full time technical experience; two years must have been in one of the following estimating areas: architectural, electrical or mechanical/plumbing; the remaining year may have been in any one or combination of technical construction related areas or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
We offer excellent benefits including:
* Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
* Prescription drug option
* Dental and Vision coverage
* NYC Qualified Pension Plan
* Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
* Transit Check Program
* Public Loan Forgiveness Program
* Competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits
The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
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Job ID: U-118718358451
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