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Construction Cost Estimator

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Estimator
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Estimator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 95000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking Construction Cost Estimators specializing in mediation calculation & analysis to be based in New York, NY. The role will operate as an Estimator working directly with the NYC SCA on projects related to schools throughout New York City and the surrounding boroughs.

Responsibilities
  • Confer with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a detailed cost estimate.
  • Prepare and/or ensure the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and/or construction.
  • Supervise the development of quantity surveys and cost evaluations relating to design documents, contract drawings, specifications, or contract changes.
  • Review and report on contract estimates prepared by private consultants; recommend if an estimate is appropriate for SCA’s implementation.
  • Participate in cost negotiations.
  • Plan, assign and review the cost-estimating work of other AECOM or Consultant estimators.
  • Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Identify and quantify cost factors, such as production time, materials, and labor expenses.
  • Utilize computer-based cost estimating software and programs to assist in developing accurate cost projections.
  • Collaborate with project managers to monitor ongoing projects and compare projected costs to actual costs, making adjustments as necessary.
Minimum Requirements
  • BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Preferred Requirements
  • Specialize in mediation calculation & analysis.
  • Excellence in calculating prime time, labor escalation, and unstandardized coefficient.
  • Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, construction management, engineering, environmental services, or related coursework.
  • 8 years of experience as an estimator.
Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.
Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000
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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑ and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to…

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