Project Estimator

Job Description

Construction Estimator – Interior General Contractor

Location: Manhattan, New York

Competitive Salary + Benefits (DOE)

About the Role

We are an established Interior General Contractor seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team and support current and anticipated new business. In this role, you’ll be a key player in preconstruction efforts, working closely with design teams, subcontractors, and operations staff to deliver accurate, strategic, and competitive estimates.

This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving, value engineering, and shaping projects from concept to bid. You’ll also have the chance to mentor and lead junior estimators, further developing your leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and analysis for assigned scopes of work.
• Perform constructability reviews, identifying design issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct value engineering to propose cost-efficient alternatives to design scopes.
• Liaise with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to clarify scope and pricing.
• Prepare and assemble bids and proposals for various contract types (lump sum, GMP, cost-plus, etc.).
• Analyze contract documents, drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure comprehensive scope coverage.
• Create and manage RFIs; attend scope reconciliation meetings to eliminate gaps or overlaps.
• Review subcontractor proposals, confirm coverage of scope, and manage risk of gaps.
• Collaborate with operations staff and estimators to ensure general conditions and requirements are accounted for in estimates.
• Support preconstruction efforts for new projects or business opportunities.
• Supervise Assistant Estimators and Interns, including performance feedback and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related construction estimating experience (or equivalent combination of education/training/experience).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, installation procedures, and trade practices.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Understanding of accounting, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with estimating software a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing, reputable interior GC with a strong pipeline of projects.
• Lead estimates on high-profile projects and influence preconstruction strategy.
• Opportunity to mentor junior staff and grow your leadership skills.
• Collaborative team culture with exposure to diverse projects and building types.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.