Engineering Jobs in Watervliet

35 positions found

Junior Java Full stack programmer/AI engineer
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Albany 1 day ago
Applied Everywhere? Still No Interviews or Offers? Let's find the solution! If you've sent out hundreds—maybe thousands—of applications and your inbox is still silent, it doesn't mean you're not capable.

It usually means your profile isn't lining up with how companies filter, shortlist, and interview candidates right now.

In today's market, employers expect more than a degree or a few tutorial projects.

They want candidates who look job-ready on paper, sound confident in interviews, and demonstrate hands-on ability in the tools teams actually use.

That's exactly what SynergisticIT solves—because the real challenge isn't learning in isolation.

The real challenge is translating learning into interviews and offers.

Since 2010, SynergisticIT has helped thousands of candidates secure full-time roles with leading companies and recognizable brands—think Google, Apple, PayPal, Visa, Western Union, Wells Fargo, Client, Walmart Labs, Client, Banking, Client, Wayfair, and many more—often in the $95k to $154k offer range depending on role, location, and skillset.

The purpose of SynergisticIT is simple: close the gap between what you know and what employers expect you to prove.

Here's the truth employers hire based on whether you can handle real work—clean coding, debugging, teamwork workflows, version control, APIs, cloud basics, deployment pipelines, and the ability to explain what you did.

That's why SynergisticIT emphasizes structured skill-building, project depth, resume positioning, interview readiness, and support through the job-search process.

What roles are in demand right now? A lot of jobseekers assume they must become "AI experts” overnight.

Not true.

Many companies are actively hiring professionals in core roles that run modern software teams.

In JOPP, the demand typically includes roles such as entry-level software programmer, Java full stack developer, Python/Java developer, data analyst, data engineer, data scientist, and machine learning/AI engineer.

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Project Manager
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Schenectady 1 day ago
Duration: 12 Months Summary: Execute the engineering portion of OTR contracts with Balance of Plant (BOP) scope.

Own the project control activity globally and drive consistent functional specifications and processes.

Impact quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team with significant input into priorities.

Role requires some travel within the US, Latin America, and globally.

Responsibilities: Develop a scope of work and plan, schedule, and monitor engineering activities for customer projects.

Provide technical leadership and interface with Proposal Management, Cost Estimating, Partners, Customers, Product Engineering, Sourcing, and Engineering sub-contractors.

Contribute towards strategy and policy development, ensuring delivery within the area of responsibility.

Manage a cross-functional Engineering team to master the risks and opportunities of the Contract.

Provide technical guidance and assistance to Project Management and internal engineering teams.

Review Customer specifications and communicate contract and project requirements to all design functions.

Evaluate financial/schedule impact of Customer requested scope changes.

Provide technical support to Engineering, Sourcing, Vendors, and Installation teams to ensure equipment meets all Customer requirements and business objectives.

Enforce quality procedures and participate in their improvement.

Capture issues for feedback (Lessons Learned).

Serve as Senior Project Engineering Manager to lead and facilitate a total project solution across all product lines.

Drive functional resolution to technical project issues from a system level across product lines.

Manage technical risks and drive project profitability according to assigned budgets.

Requirements: Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering or any other related STEM program from an accredited university or college.

Minimum of 6 years of related industry experience with increasing responsibilities.

Required Skills: Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.

Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Creativity and problem-solving capability.

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Motivated and able to motivate others.

Continuous improvement mindset.

Customer interface experience.

Preferred Skills: Technical superior training with experience in project/team management, preferably in the field of energy or in the management of transverse teams.

Knowledge of Mechanical & electrical codes and compliance.

Knowledge of Turbo machinery, generator, electrical, controls, and/or Power Plant Accessory systems and equipment.

Expertise in one of the disciplines (Mechanical/ Electrical / Process).
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Field Service Engineer
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Job Title : Field Service Engineer II
- Onsite Reports to: Site Coordinator Classification: Non-Exempt Summary: This position entails the installation, service, troubleshooting and repair of complex electronic and electromechanical equipment, site service, field process applications , and qualifications.

In addition, the position is accountable for being able to operate as an independent "product expert" on select EVG product lines.

Capable of assisting in the implementation of detailed, complex customer installation plans for reliability , process qualification , and sign-off.

Training customer personnel on advanced equipment operation, maintenance procedures and process related operations.

Provides onsite technical support for development and implementation of equipment and process applications.

Trains other Field Service Engineers on specific product lines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each of the primary duties satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Provides professional and courteous service to customers with a primary goal of complete customer satisfaction.

Assists customers and other personnel in identifying and repairing equipment related process problems.

Performs onsite preventative maintenance, clean equipment as required and verify the operational quality of equipment.

Performs start-up, warranty, paid service, and service contract activities.

Performs hardware set-up on specified systems within established time frames.

Keeps Management informed of down situations.

Documents, logs, and reports activities as required.

Troubleshoots and corrects process variations on systems.

Diagnoses sources of hardware or process problems on equipment, facilities, or wafers.

Participates in local customer meetings and communicates orally with customers in face-to-face, one-on-one settings, group settings and communicates professionally by email and telephone, as needed.

Prepares and submits all required paperwork on a timely, routine basis.

Maintains all assigned equipment logs and records promptly and thoroughly.

Records activities clearly in written pass down and communicates clearly face to face when handing work off to oncoming shift.

Complies with all OSHA and Customer Safety requirements.

Stays current all prescribed and recurrent training courses for EVG and Customer to maintain uninterrupted access to customer site.

Works overtime and/or travel on short notice, including unscheduled callouts from home and other shifts, as needed.

Must be able to travel domestically and internationally overnight, as needed, up to 20% of the time.

Must possess a valid passport.

This position requires the use of EVG hired vehicles on EVG business.

Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have acceptable driving privileges.

Trains other Field Service Engineers on specific product lines and company software (timecards, expense reporting, drawings, parts) Assists and completes onsite equipment installations or complex retrofits on equipment and obtains Final Acceptance by the customer.

Ability to utilize training skills to troubleshoot tools to resolve issues and minimize downtime.

Keeps equipment running properly and efficiently to enhance customer satisfaction.

Other duties, as assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Initiates purchase orders for parts and service.

Maintains and performs repairs on company demo cleanroom equipment.

Keeps informed and trained on company's most current systems, methods, and procedures, including site safety.

Demonstrates excellent customer service skills (foreign and domestic).

Exhibits good housekeeping practices in all work areas.

Qualifications / Education / Skills and Experience: This position requires an associate degree or bachelor's degree in a related engineering field plus two (2) years of experience or up to four (4) years of experience installing/repairing semiconductor/electronic production equipment.

Advanced electromechanical troubleshooting skills.

Knowledge of quality improvement process methods and terminology.

Ability to identify and solve advanced process-related system problems.

Ability to communicate and demonstrate professional conduct with all levels of customers, management, and coworkers.

Must have advanced PC skills (Windows, MSOffice suite).

Kepner-Tregoe Problem Solving and Decision Making training, preferred.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, individual is regularly required to stand, sit, reach with hand and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Visual acuity required.

Individual is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls frequently and be able to reach with hand and arms above shoulder level occasionally.

Ability to wear proper cleanroom attire and work inside the fab/cleanroom up to 75% of the time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position.

Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

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Intern, Product Management
✦ New
$18 - 25
Schenectady, NY 1 day ago
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Health Care

 

At MVP Health Care, our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers goes beyond our health plans. We're shaping the future of health care-and as an intern, you'll be part of it! Dive into a world of innovation, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

 

This is more than an internship; it's an opportunity to build skills, gain confidence, and make a meaningful impact while discovering what a career in a transforming industry can look like.

 

What's in it for you:

 

Our internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

 

  • Build Real Skills: Gain hands‑on experience, practical skills, and industry knowledge through meaningful work and targeted learning opportunities.
  • Work on Impactful Projects: Contribute to real projects that support business priorities and address real‑world health care challenges.
  • Grow Your Network: Connect with leaders, mentors, and fellow interns through networking events and everyday collaboration.
  • Learn from Mentors: Receive guidance and feedback from experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.
  • Give Back: Participate in community service initiatives and be part of an organization committed to making a difference.
  • Support Your Well‑Being: Experience a supportive culture with programs that promote balance and well‑being.
  • Launch Your Career: Join an award‑winning, inclusive workplace and explore a future in a growing, evolving industry.

 

The Product Management Intern will serve an important function within our Customer Experience team at MVP to help drive best in class experiences for our customers across our Gia mobile app, Gia member online web experience and non-digital experiences.

 

The role will provide experience with discovery, delivery and analytics processes across multiple product and business areas. You will be paired with experienced Product Managers who will provide mentorship and guidance for these efforts and work closely with digital engineering, business subject matter experts, user experience and our customers to deliver impactful and positive experiences.

 

Responsibilities of this position will include the following:

 

  • Assess customer & business needs, perform market research and produce data-based proposals on how to reach desired outcomes.
  • Work with customer experience team, business owners, and technical teams to gain alignment on path forward.
  • Work across the business to prioritize epics/features, organize product increments, and present on findings and paths forward.
  • Present clear and well-defined goals for product increments
  • Participate in solution strategy process to ensure that solutions being defined align with incremental goals.
  • Work with product and business owners to ensure feature prioritization is representative of the product roadmap.
  • Track and manage metrics to measure product performance (e.g. adoption metrics, customer satisfaction, etc.)

 

Position Qualifications

 

Minimum Education:

 

  • College coursework required towards a degree in technology, design, business or related field.
  • Enrollment in Graduate or MBA program preferred.
  • 1-3 years work experience in software or healthcare industry preferred.

 

Required Skills

 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills in areas such as teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation.
  • Ability to handle multiple workstreams simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to create presentations and present to stakeholders.
  • Excellent planning, facilitation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to influence technical and non-technical partners.
  • Ability to be a product evangelist.
  • Interest in and high-level understanding of the product management discipline
  • Interest in Agile software development
  • Interest in the health care vertical
  • Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations.
  • Understanding of the software development lifecycle.
  • Passionate about customer success and customer results.
  • Ability to gather and analyze data from qualitative and quantitative sources.

 

This role is hybrid in Schenectady, NY - 3 days per week in our headquarters office.

 

Pay Transparency

 

MVP Health Care is committed to providing competitive employee compensation and benefits packages. The base pay range provided for this role reflects our good faith compensation estimate at the time of posting. MVP adheres to pay transparency nondiscrimination principles. Specific employment offers and associated compensation will be extended individually based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location; relevant experience, education, and training; and the nature of and demand for the role.

 

We do not request current or historical salary information from candidates.

 

Pay Rate: $18 - $25 per hour

 

MVP's Inclusion Statement

 

At MVP Health Care, we believe creating healthier communities begins with nurturing a healthy workplace. As an organization, we strive to create space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life to have a voice and thrive. Our shared curiosity and connectedness make us stronger, and our unique perspectives are catalysts for creativity and collaboration.

 

MVP is an equal opportunity employer and recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicapping condition, medical condition, pregnancy status, predisposing genetic characteristics or information, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, Vietnam-era or special disabled Veteran or other legally protected classifications.

 

To support a safe, drug-free workplace, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug testing are part of our hiring process. If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please contact our Talent team at .
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Construction Inspection Project Manager
✦ New
Salary not disclosed

Construction Inspection Project Manager


Albany, NY | Transportation Infrastructure | $130K+ Equivalent


A transportation engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Construction Inspection Project Manager to oversee bridge and highway construction inspection programs across New York State.


This role is a mix of office-based coordination and occasional field visits, leading inspection teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with NYSDOT standards.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction inspection staff across multiple projects

• Assign inspectors to projects based on experience and location

• Serve as the primary client liaison for construction inspection programs

• Manage project budgets, schedules, documentation, and reporting

• Oversee recruitment and staffing of inspectors

• Review daily work reports and approve timesheets and expenses

• Attend preconstruction and progress meetings

• Conduct occasional project site visits and support field teams as needed

• Coordinate special inspections and project close-out activities


Required Experience

• 6+ years of construction inspection experience

• Strong experience with bridge and highway projects

• Experience with NYSDOT, NYS Thruway, or locally administered infrastructure projects

• Knowledge of NYSDOT Standard Specifications and MURK documentation

• Experience managing inspection staff or teams


Preferred

• PE or EIT (not required)

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

• Familiarity with APPIA construction management software

• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil3D, or MicroStation


Location

Albany, NY with travel to project sites across New York State.

Full-time position

Approx. $63/hour equivalent (~$131K annually depending on experience)

If you have experience managing transportation construction inspection teams and are looking to step into a leadership role, apply or message for more details.

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Analyst - AWM - Operations - Ayco Charitable Services Group
Salary not disclosed
Cohoes, NY 2 days ago
Job Title: Analyst - AWM - Operations - Ayco Charitable Services Group

Duration: 6 months

Location: Cohoes, NY

Job Summary

Operations is a dynamic, multi-faceted division that partners with all parts of the firm to provide financial counseling services to clients. In addition, Operations provides essential risk management and controls to preserve and enhance the firm's assets and its reputation. Ayco is committed to building a culturally diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential

Daily Reconciliations

Review transactions for DAFs and charitable entities including GS DAF GSG, to ensure the accuracy of the Charities' books and records versus custodian records. Then liaise with Trading teams to remediate any differences.

Cash Management

Perform cash controls and monitor bank accounts for potentially fraudulent activity. Review, process, and report on Charities' expenses and budgets. Receive, review, and process third-party vendor invoices in partnership with Accounts Payable.

Daily Reporting

Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports; run and analyze KRI / KPI metrics relating to team health.

Senior / Regulatory Reporting

Prepare components of regulatory reporting and tax filings for the Charities, including Form 990, Form 8282, FBAR, and other required reports. Assist in the preparation of financial statements for the Charities, including statements such as changes in net assets, net assets, and investment-related disclosures.

Process Improvement

Review existing team processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for automation or streamlining. Document requirements and partner with Engineering and Business Intelligence to implement operational efficiencies. Review, update, and create procedures for the Finance and Accounting area within Charitable Services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


  • Review and approve pending client requests to ensure proper authorizations and supporting documentation are in place and meet policy requirements.
  • Coordinate and process team specific tasks as requested by the business.
  • Perform quality reviews of other team members completed work and ensure data accuracy.
  • Work across multiple systems and platforms.
  • Interface with teams and businesses to resolve on-going issues and answer specific policy questions.
  • Provide support and work on special projects as requested.
  • Apply business judgment to identify unusual or suspicious activities and escalate issues as appropriate.
  • Associate must understand and adhere to all policies and procedures including, but not limited to, quality, client service, information security, and compliance.


Education

Basic Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Candidate must be proactive, enthusiastic and team oriented.
  • Strong client service orientation with prior work experience in a role handling client outreach.
  • Ability to remain composed under pressure.
  • Ability to adapt to new challenges and a fast-changing environment.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


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Process Engineer
Salary not disclosed
Albany County, NY 2 days ago

Location: On-site in Upstate NY (Relocation from Canada welcome!)


Please note: We are only considering W2 candidates at this time. Applications from third-party vendors or C2C arrangements will not be considered.


ADVENT Engineering is an engineering and consulting firm providing expertise to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Headquartered near San Francisco, California, and with operations in the Eastern and Western US, Canada and Singapore, our company is involved in almost every facet of global pharmaceutical and biotechnology facility design and process engineering and quality system projects.


ADVENT's services include process engineering, automation engineering, project engineering, facility/system design, start up and commissioning, validation and compliance consulting for distinguished and successful biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.

The successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, automation, commissioning and start-up of various processes, systems and facilities. A combination of strong technical aptitude, automation engineering skills and technical writing are the desired skill set.


This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team!


Full-Time | Onsite

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Process Engineer who will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, automation, commissioning and start-up of various processes, systems and facilities. A combination of strong technical aptitude, automation engineering skills and technical writing are the desired skill set.


Responsibilities

  • Work with Upstream equipment
  • Fermentation
  • Process optimization
  • Process scale-up or scale-down studies
  • Commissioning and Qualification
  • Protocol generation and execution
  • Data analysis
  • Report writing
  • Author SOPs
  • Great communication skills (presenting, and writing)
  • Protein expression/purification
  • GxP (GDP, GLP, or GMP a major asset)


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Required: 3+ years of experience in the biotech-pharmaceutical academic or industrial environment.
  • Bioprocess experience preferred
  • Fill finish experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of upstream/downstream drug substance manufacturing.
  • Basic knowledge of regulatory compliance inclusive of cGMP, OSHA, EPA, FDA regulations. Familiarity with ICH guidelines and EMA regulations is a plus.
  • Basic technical writing with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Sharepoint, etc. in addition to experience working within shared work environments.
  • Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes and equipment such as CIP systems, bioreactors, filtration skids, chromatography and lyophilization equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of the Commissioning and Qualification.
  • Travel within USA as needed for the projects.


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Full health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement, PTO, and more
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Project Manager - GC
Salary not disclosed
Albany, New York Metropolitan 2 days ago

Project Manager – Building / General Contracting


Introduction: We are hiring a skilled Project Manager with experience in ground-up building construction, interior fit and finish, and building renovations. The PM must have experience managing subcontractors, vendors and craft employees to successfully complete projects on time and within budget. The ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and submittals is required.


Job Summary: Provide overall contract management for construction, including direct supervision of Gallo superintendents, subcontractors, and other construction related personnel. Direct them in planning, coordination and execution of work to be on time and within budget while maintaining a safe workplace and promoting client relationships. Assure that projects meet all company standards for quality control.


Primary Responsibilities:

  •  Act as the primary point of contact with the client and manage the construction contract
  • Utilize drawings and specifications to determine comprehensive project scopes for buying out the necessary materials and signing up subcontractors
  • Document and manage project correspondence including submittal management, RFI management, legal notices, with the Owner, Engineer, subcontractors and vendors
  • Ensure that work is being completed safely and that the quality of work performed exceeds expectations while managing any field issues that arise
  • Compile cost estimates for changed conditions and negotiate change orders with the Owner and Engineer, receive and review change order pricing with subcontractors
  • Develop detailed project CPM schedules and update weekly, forecasting the required subcontracted work force, as well as Gallo labor, heavy equipment, and rentals
  • Pre-plan and determine means, methods, materials, and tools required for completing work tasks

Job Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of experience in contract management for building construction, including exposure to pre-engineered metal buildings, CMU buildings, cast-in-place concrete foundations, and subcontractor management.
  • 3-5 years of experience in leading a team
  • Ability to travel within a 1.5 hour radius of Watervliet, NY
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and ability to complete an in-house jobsite safety audit
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project/Excel/Outlook, and other basic computer software

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, or related field
  • Exposure to construction projects related to new ground-up buildings, including excavation and foundations, and/or renovation projects including interior fit and finish replacements and building additions
  • Familiar with managing large projects with multiple subcontractors on site performing work
  • Experience working on hard dollar bid municipal projects
  • Background in construction cost estimating and change order negotiation

Compensation:

  • Competitive salary $120k-$170k
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement plan
  • Professional development opportunities
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Civil Construction Estimator
Salary not disclosed
Albany, New York Metropolitan 2 days ago
About the Role:


We’re looking for a detail-oriented and forward-thinking Construction Estimator to join the Zane Construction team. This person will play a key role in developing accurate, competitive bids and helping guide the financial strategy behind our projects. The ideal candidate understands the heavy civil and renewable energy construction landscape, brings strong analytical skills to the table, and can clearly communicate the value Zane brings to every client partnership.

What You’ll Do:


  • Develop complete and accurate cost estimates for sitework, utilities, solar civil packages, and other heavy civil projects
  • Research and maintain a strong understanding of industry trends and competitor capabilities to strengthen our bid strategy
  • Identify and resolve cost variances through detailed analysis and communication with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Source reliable pricing for materials, equipment, and subcontracted work to ensure comprehensive and competitive estimates
  • Build full bid packages from initial takeoff through final proposal, utilizing historical data, production rates, and field insights
  • Collaborate with project managers and operations to ensure estimates reflect real-world production and company standards
What We’re Looking For:


  • 3+ years of experience in estimating heavy civil construction, utilities, site development, or solar-related civil scopes
  • Strong understanding of earthwork, trenching, drainage, structural concrete, and associated civil scopes
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred (but equivalent experience considered)
  • Proficient with estimating software, plan reading, and quantity takeoffs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
What We Offer:


  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Pension plan
  • Short- and long-term disability options
  • A supportive, family-oriented company culture with room to grow
  • Opportunity to contribute to some of the New England's leading solar and civil construction projects


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Jr. Estimator (Fence/Construction) at AFSCO
Salary not disclosed
Latham, NY 5 days ago
Please note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The Jr. Estimator supports the Estimating team in preparing accurate and timely proposals for commercial and industrial fence installation projects. The role focuses on quantity takeoffs, vendor/subcontractor quote solicitation, assembling bid packages, and maintaining bid records. The incumbent will learn the complete estimating process and progress by owning smaller quotations and assisting with larger, complex bids under supervision.

Primary Responsibilities:



  • Review plans, specifications and addenda to understand scope, site conditions and bid requirements under supervision.

  • Perform quantity takeoffs for chain-link, ornamental steel/aluminum, security fencing, wood/composite, gates/operators and related items; prepare material and labor extensions.

  • Solicit, receive and compare vendor and subcontractor quotations; maintain a quote log and ensure pricing is current prior to bid.

  • Prepare basic quotations and scope letters for small projects and service work; assemble clarifications, alternates and exclusions as directed.

  • Maintain the bid calendar and bid list daily; track plan revisions and distribute updates to the team to ensure current documents are used.

  • Draft and route pre-bid RFIs; attend pre-bid meetings and site visits with a Senior Estimator when requested.

  • Enter opportunities and customer information into company systems (CRM/ERP); organize electronic plan files and bid folders.

  • Prepare start-up sheets for order entry after award and support smooth handoff to Operations/Project Management.

  • Follow up with customers on outstanding quotations; log outcomes and update hit-rate data.

  • Update unit-price databases and estimating templates; research new materials and supplier pricing.

  • Support compliance requirements for public work (e.g., prevailing wage, M/WBE participation, bonding and insurance certificates) as directed.

  • Assist teammates and perform other responsibilities as assigned.



Position Specifications:



  • Minimum Education - associate's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Business or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

  • Minimum Experience - 0-2 years estimating, project engineering or field experience; fencing, site/civil or specialty contractor experience preferred.

  • Computer Knowledge - Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word required. Bluebeam (or similar) strongly preferred; digital takeoff software experience is a plus.

  • Skills - Ability to read civil/architectural plans; strong math skills (geometry & linear measurement); attention to detail; clear written and verbal communication.

  • Other - Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for pre-bid site walks; able to lift plan sets up to 25 lbs and navigate active construction sites.

  • Supervision - Reports to VP of Estimating; receives day-to-day direction from Estimators/Senior Estimators.



Benefits:



  • Paid time off

  • 401(k) matching

  • Health insurance

  • Retirement plan

  • Military leave

  • HRA

  • Vision Insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid holidays

  • Flexible schedule



Who we are:

With over 40 years of experience, AFSCO, a division of Pro Max Fence Systems, LLC has become a trusted leader in the Upstate New York market and is committed to providing safe, high-quality, and customer-focused perimeter security solutions through Professional Service and Maximum Value.



Established in 2006, Pro Max Fence Systems, LLC has become a trusted leader in perimeter security, delivering top-quality fencing solutions for commercial and residential applications. We proudly serve diverse industries, including transportation, utilities, education, government, corrections, and residential development, offering a range of products such as chain link, ornamental fencing, automated gate systems, access control, sound walls, and high-security barriers. Our work is driven by core values that shape every decision and partnership: Safety-Minded, Integrity, Customer First, Respectful, Quality-Focused, Collaborative, Driven, and Innovative.



With multiple branch locations across the Northeast including Reading, Wrightsville, Mohrsville, Pittsburgh and State College, PA; Bridgeville and Milford, DE; Albany and Syracuse, NY, we proudly serve customers throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia, Delaware, and New York.



For further information visit our website at

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