Chief Estimator / Senior Pre-Construction Manager

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in multifamily construction is seeking a Chief Estimator / Senior Pre-Construction Manager to lead their pre-construction efforts. This hands-on role involves overseeing the bidding process for various contract types while managing a skilled team. With a robust project pipeline and a commitment to quality, this company offers a competitive compensation package, including full medical coverage and a generous PTO policy. If you have a strong background in estimating and project management, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant construction projects in New York City.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K with employer match

Generous PTO package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Estimating.
• Experience in low-income multifamily mixed-use developments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire pre-construction process.
• Manage a staff of 6 and produce competitive cost estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Multifamily Construction

Bidding

NYCHA Project Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Senior Pre-Construction Manager / Chief Estimator - Core & Shell | New-build Multifamily Construction

Your new company

I am working with a full-service GC/CM specializing in ground-up multifamily construction across the 5 boroughs. They are affiliated with a multifamily residential developer who are responsible for over $2Bn worth of NYC real estate which equates to 70% of this firm’s workload. In addition, they are an accredited NYCHA contractor and are currently building for 3rd party clients throughout the commercial retail and hospitality sectors.

Having been in business for the last 40 years this firm is in an optimal position with over a billion dollars in the pipeline project wise as it stands today. Having two construction divisions, one focusing on new construction and the other consisting of NYCHA work, along with gut-renovations and rehabilitation, sometimes even occupied renovations of the affiliated developer’s property portfolio. Ultimately this firm is not running out of work anytime soon.

With an average project value of $65M, actively working across 5/8 projects at any one time and construction cycles ranging from 21 to 32 months.

Your new role

They are looking for a Chief Estimator / Senior Pre-Construction Manager to oversee both construction divisions managing the entire pre-construction process, whilst also providing strategic insight on market conditions as this firm continues to grow. This will be a hands-on role that will require the successful individual to actively bid across a variety of contract types, whilst managing a staff of 6 with a very good network of reliable subcontractors that can be leveraged in producing competitive cost estimates.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this position you will have at a minimum of 10 years’ experience in an Estimating capacity having successfully bid low-income multifamily mixed-use developments across the tri-state area. Bidding NYCHA project work is also a plus, and having management experience would also be an added benefit.

What you'll get in return

Our client has a very competitive compensation and benefits package including an annual performance bonus, medical, dental, and vision covering 100% of the cost, alongside a 401K plus employer match and a generous PTO package.

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, click “apply now” to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume, or call Callum Hewitt on the details provided. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your next move.