Job Information
Actalent Construction Estimator in Watertown, New York
Description
- The Estimator reports to the Chief Estimator and is responsible for quantity take offs, participate in pricing of elements of work, development of subcontract scopes, assist in analyzing scopes, attend site visits, assist in purchasing and negotiating contracts and other duties related to the accurate preparation of project bids.
General listing of job duties (not intended to be all inclusive):
Prepare for work to be accomplished by gathering information/requirements, review project documents and set priorities with Chief Estimator
Prepare for estimate by studying plans, specifications, amendments
Coordinate with Chief Estimator in preparing Requests for Information (RFI’s)
Assist in preparation of work scopes for distribution to subcontractors/vendors
Obtain bids from subcontractors/vendors
Assist in resolving cost/scope discrepancies in quotes received
Assist in preparing bid day project schedule for coordination of general conditions and subcontractors
Perform quantity takeoffs for development of cost estimates utilizing both manual methods and computer assisted means
Utilize corporate cost estimating templates to prepare cost estimates for self-performed work
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Professional written and verbal communication skills required
Ability to work in a team environment
Prepare documents utilizing Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Project
Exhibit self-motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks
Exhibit excellent follow up skills both internally and externally
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $78.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.