Project Estimator

Arcadis

Cost Estimator supporting complex construction projects for Arcadis. Involves reviewing project constructability and developing cost estimates in New York region.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeWhite Plains • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost estimation, including quantity takeoff, pricing, and vendor price verification, while effectively communicating methodologies and findings to stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and data analytics tools to enhance project budgeting and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost EstimationSage Estimating (Timberline)CPM Scheduling in Primavera P6Power BIChange Order Analysis

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Hard Skills

Quantity TakeoffVendor Price VerificationHistorical Cost Data EvaluationCost AnalysisBudget Preparation

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

MIIBluebeamOn-Screen TakeoffMS Office SuitePowerApps

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementEngineeringArchitectureCost Estimating MethodologyMarket Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop cost estimates from conceptual design through 100% design, including quantity takeoff, pricing, vendor price verification, evaluation of historical cost data, and preparation of markups and indirect cost estimates in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
Review cost estimates prepared by consulting engineers for client planning, design and construction projects.
Advise on current market conditions and standard estimating practices and provide final recommendations on construction budgets for design projects.
Prepare independent estimates for change orders, review and analyze contractor change proposal requests, and facilitate negotiations involving associated cost and schedule impacts.
Prepare written basis of estimate reports to communicate cost estimating methodology, assumptions, and/or cost analysis findings to various stakeholders.
Coordinate with the Arcadis Digital Solutions Team to develop and implement cost data analytics and interactive reporting solutions using tools such as PowerApps and Power BI
Deliver presentations in-person and virtually for client meetings and industry organizations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
8 or more years’ experience as an estimator
Proficiency with Sage Estimating (Timberline), MII, or similar estimating software, as well as Bluebeam or On-Screen takeoff tool
Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite
Ability to develop a CPM schedule in Primavera P6

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
life insurance
paid parental leave
reward & recognition program
optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement
nine paid holidays
15 days PTO that accrue per year