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General Construction Trades Estimator

POSTED 07-17-2024

Williamsville, NY

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Wendel is looking for a well-versed General Construction Cost Estimator that can estimate at a high level with great detail to join our New York based construction management team. This position will be a key player on the team and assist in the growth and development of our Estimating Department and Construction Management practice area. This position has the long-term opportunity to grow into a Chief Estimator role for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all general construction cost estimating firm wide.
  • Assembly and roll-up of cost estimates to include all trades on a project.
  • Assist in the training and mentoring of junior staff within the Estimating Team.
  • Be an integral part of the Construction Management practice area and assist with the future strategic growth of the Estimating Team.

 

Qualifications

  • An Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology/ Management, Engineering or Architecture is preferred.
  • 6 – 14 years of experience in General Construction Cost Estimating with multidiscipline buildings and infrastructure projects.
  • Proficiency and significant experience with General Construction Cost Estimating at the concept level through detailed bid level estimates is required.
  • Use of cost estimating software and the development of detailed quantity take offs and application of historical cost data to prepare estimates is essential experience required.
  • Excel in communication and working in a team environment.
  • Have excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
  • Have leadership abilities.

 

What we offer

  • Employee-focused company culture and work environment.
  • Work-life balance including:
    • Hybrid work policy
    • Flexible work
  • Great benefits including:
    • Medical, dental, and vision
    • 401k match
    • PTO
    • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Parking reimbursement.
  • Wellness programs and health stipend.

 

Salary range

$75,000 – $115,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Hear from Our Team

We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect-based and team-oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential. If you are looking to make a real impact, challenge the status quo, and achieve high-performing results, Wendel is the place for you!

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

 

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Construction Management Internship

POSTED 09-13-2024

Williamsville, NY

Wendel is looking to hire an enthusiastic and highly motivated Construction Management student to intern during Summer 2025 working directly with our Construction Management team out of our Williamsville, NY headquarters. Our internship program provides hands-on practical experience for students while potentially developing the individual to take on a full-time role with Wendel post-graduation.

Responsibilities

  • Exposer to real life projects like the construction of multidiscipline buildings and major infrastructure upgrades.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, Architecture and others on the Construction team to ensure client satisfaction and goals are met on assigned projects.
  • Assist with field visits and project superintendent activities, cost estimating, project management, and contractor pricing.

 

 

 

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.
  • Excellent PC skills.
  • Microsoft Office software experience required.
  • Scheduling software and construction management software experience a big plus.
  • Strong desire to learn and grow in the Construction Management field.
  • Ability to work on-site and travel if needed.

 

What we offer

  • An internship for a student with great communication skills who is comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.
  • Paid Internship.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Amazing company culture and work environment.
  • Opportunity to incorporate classroom learning into professional, real world situations

 

 

Hourly Rate

$18 – $22

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

 

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