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Estimating Assistant

C&S Companies
United States, New York, Syracuse
499 Col Eileen Collins Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 17, 2025
Description

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

C&S Technical Resources is looking for a bright, energetic, and organized individual to support the Estimating/Project Management team. This person must be able to handle high volume of work in a timely and efficient manner with a keen attention to detail. This individual must possess strong people skills and will work closely with the Lead Estimator/Project Manager to act as a liaison to the subcontractor community.

Position Responsibilities



  • Prepare and distribute RFP's and up-to-date project information as it is received.
  • Coordinate subcontractor/vendor requests with the Lead Estimator.
  • Contact subcontractors and vendors to determine bidding status and due dates.
  • Contact subcontractors to track down submittals, COI's, and subcontracts.
  • Effectively and efficiently handle subcontractor requests.
  • Print hard copy plans and specs, import to BlueBeam and organize & label efficiently.
  • Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs.
  • Work on multiple projects concurrently with the ability to multitask.
  • Track and update subcontractor information and manage local vendor database.
  • Obtain clarifications on plans and specifications from Lead Estimator/PM when necessary.
  • Build effective relations with subcontractors, suppliers, and the design team that will reflect and support company core values that meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.


Minimum Education & Experienced Required

Bachelor's degree program in Construction Management or related field.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities



  • Flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Field construction skills preferred.
  • Excellent personal and intellectual skills
  • Good verbal and written skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work both as a team player and independently
  • Computer competency
  • Familiarity with Blue Beam, Building Connected, Procore, eTakeoff, OST


Estimated Compensation Range and Benefits

$60,000 - $75,000/year*

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

Learn about our comprehensive Benefits

WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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