H&H

Designs bridges, highways, and transit systems

Cost Estimator

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$110k - $135k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
A minimum of ten years of specific construction management and/or construction general contracting experience on assorted construction project types is required.
Experience as a construction scheduler, cost estimator, and/or project controls analyst on small to large construction projects ranging from $1 million to $500 million is required.
Experience with construction scheduling using Primavera P6 is required.
Strong conceptual estimating skills are required.
Experience reviewing construction project plans and specifications to ensure they contain a reasonable schedule of prices, quantities, and units of measurement is required.
Computer software skills in Microsoft Word and Excel are required to complete reports, spreadsheets, and related project documentation.
Strong communication skills are required to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

Develop preliminary cost estimates throughout various design phases.
Develop independent cost estimates.
Analyze alternative design options.
Perform detailed bid analysis and provide award recommendations to owners.
Develop preliminary construction schedules during the design phase.
Analyze change orders and develop independent cost estimate values.
Update construction schedules.

Cost Estimator

H&H · New York, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-09-24

Salary: USD 110,000–135,000

Workplace: on_site

Department: Civil

Description

H&H is offering an exciting opportunity for a Cost Estimator to join our New York City office. The Cost Estimator will have experience with public transportation infrastructure including highways, rail, bridges and building facilities.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates throughout various design phases
Development of Independent Cost Estimates (ICE)
Develop Analysis of Alternative Design Options
Detailed Bid Analysis and Award Recommendations to Owners
Preliminary Construction Schedule Development During Design Phase
Change Order analysis and development of ICE value.
Construction Schedule Updates

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
Minimum ten (10) years of specific construction management and/or construction general contracting experience on assorted construction project types
Experience as construction scheduler, cost estimator and/or project controls analyst on small to large construction projects: $1M to $500M range
Construction Scheduling experience using Primavera P6 (required)
Strong conceptual estimating skills
Excellent Communication Skills required for establishing and maintaining relationships with internal and external clients
Experience reviewing construction project plans and specifications to ensure they contain a reasonable schedule of prices, quantities, and units of measurement (required)
Excellent computer software skills required (Microsoft Word & Excel) for completing reports, spreadsheets and related project documentation

Benefits

Salary range— $110,000-$135,000 annually. Salary commensurate with experience.

We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package, and 401(k).

EOE M/F/ DISABILITY/VETS

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About the Company

H&H

Designs bridges, highways, and transit systems

H&H plans, designs and inspects bridges, highways, rail and transit lines, tunnels and ports for infrastructure owners. Its specialty is movable bridges that open to let ships pass, with structural engineers working alongside mechanical and electrical specialists. Owners pay for engineering consulting that takes projects from early studies through detailed design and construction support. Teams assess existing structures, test their components and plan repairs, while civil and geotechnical specialists address roads, drainage and foundations. H&H was founded in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, where it has been based since 1920.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: New York, NY
Founded: 1887

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