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About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

The Senior Estimator prepares independent cost estimates for the Penn Station Access Project, a major commuter rail infrastructure expansion initiative in the New York City metropolitan area. In this role, the Senior Estimator will provide the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Construction & Development project team with expert estimating services to support pending change orders on this $1.8 billion design-build project.

The Penn Station Access Project will deliver direct Metro-North service from the Bronx, Westchester County, and Connecticut to Penn Station and Manhattans West Side, improving connectivity to communities with limited access to rail transportation. The project includes the construction of four new ADA-accessible passenger rail stations, more than 19 miles of new and rehabilitated track, four bridge rehabilitations, the reconfiguration of Metro-Norths New Rochelle Yard, four new and one reconfigured interlockings, five new and two upgraded substations, and significant upgrades to signal, power, and communications infrastructure.

In this highly visible role, the Senior Estimator will contribute to the successful delivery of a transformative transportation project that will enhance regional mobility and support the communities served by the rail network.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare independent cost estimates for change orders, contract modifications, and additional work requests.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and supporting documentation to determine scope, labor, material, equipment, and schedule impacts.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and detailed cost analyses for rail and heavy civil construction activities.
• Support change order reviews and negotiations by providing data-driven cost evaluations.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and defensible estimating documentation.
• Partner with project teams to deliver high-quality estimating support while meeting project schedules and client expectations.

Youll thrive here if you have

• 15+ years of estimating experience supporting transit, railroad, rail systems, stations, track, signals, power, or other major infrastructure projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience independently developing estimates from plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, and cost estimating practices.
• Familiarity with labor agreements and construction practices in the New York metropolitan area.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, HCSS, Bluebeam, and Rental Rate Blue Book or similar estimating tools.
• Experience with agencies such as MTA, Amtrak, or freight and commuter rail operators is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage priorities with minimal supervision.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Lead/Supervisor
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $135,200 - $166,400 annual salary
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the states law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

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