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RailWorks

Lead Estimator

Farmingdale, NY

$130K - $175K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

Lead Estimator

Farmingdale, NY · On-site

$130K - $175K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks

Office Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$105K - $125K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

Catenary Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks Corporation

Electrical Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision ( after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks

Assistant Project Manager

Manhattan, NY

$120K - $136K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks

Project Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks

Safety Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$30 - $55/hr

Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

CAD Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision ( after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

Hearst

Operations Technician - PT

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$22.45 - $26.38/hr

The salary range is $22.45 - $26.38 per hour depending on experience as outlined in the IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is scheduled for an average of twenty-nine (29) hours per ...

RailWorks

Signal Systems Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$125K - $200K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

Signal Systems Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks

CAD Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$62K - $83K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision ( after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

Civil Superintendent

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K - $177K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks

Quality Control Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$90K - $118K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

RailWorks Corporation

Cost Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

... IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) • NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) • Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) • HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans ...

RailWorks

Quality Control Manager

Manhattan, NY

$128K - $155K/yr

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years) IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years) NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund) Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks) HRA - health ...

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Lead Estimator

RailWorks

Farmingdale, NY

$130K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

Job ID: 19450 

Benefits Offering

Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits - Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 - IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:
Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years)
IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)
NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)
Educational and Cultural Fund
Deferred salary
Social Security Payback
Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$130000 - $175000 / year

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator Prepares cost estimates for projects in the planning, design, and construction phases. Produces bid proposals and prepares buy-outs. 

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • Lead estimating team and supervise preparation of project cost estimates. 

  • Review and approve bid packages and pricing. 

  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to clarify scope and technical requirements. 

  • Maintain cost databases and historical project data. 

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field. 

  • 7-10 years of estimating experience in rail or heavy construction. 

  • Strong knowledge of construction costs, materials, and labor. 

  • Leadership, communication, and analytical skills. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work 

  • Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard 

  • May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather. 

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual's sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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