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Construction Estimator

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Highland Consulting Group, a construction specific recruiting firm specializing in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, is seeking an experienced Estimator for a stable and growing General Contractor in the Newark, NJ area. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with 5+ years of experience in general construction estimating who is looking to contribute to a growing and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Chief Estimator in securing new projects.
  • Develop master budgets and cost models across all Construction/CSI Divisions.
  • Prepare hard bid and conceptual estimates for a variety of projects.
  • Independently estimate change orders and ensure timely communication with the Chief Estimator.
  • Maintain and enhance cost databases to improve estimating accuracy.
  • Conduct value engineering and constructability reviews to optimize project efficiency.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience as an Estimator for a General Contractor on projects $5M+.
  • Strong background in conceptual and hard bid estimating for Design/Build projects.
  • In-depth understanding of pre-construction processes, including quantity surveying and value engineering.
  • Proven ability to develop accurate budgets and project timelines.
  • Proficiency in industry-specific estimating software and general computer skills.
  • A four-year degree in Construction Management or a related field is but not required.

Benefits

  • This company cares about and is committed to the well being of its employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in a comprehensive benefit package provided to all employees.
  • Anticipated salary range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 annually. As required by local law, Highland Consulting Group believes that the attached salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position.

Contact

If you have this type of experience please apply to this position. You can also contact me directly to learn more about this opportunity.

John Kane

Sr. Recruiter
Highland Consulting Group
724-972-4753

jkane@mri-hcg.com

JAK2534

Construction Estimator

Clifton, NJ
Full time

Published on 08/31/2025

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