Construction Estimator

The Civil Engineer; Hawthorne (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

STRUCTURAL is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for the New York General Repair division based in Hawthorne, NJ. This role focuses on self-performed structural and concrete restoration work across complex projects, requiring analytical thinking and strong client relations.

The candidate will lead bid development, pricing strategy, and proposals while mentoring junior estimators. Travel of 10–20% is expected, with a competitive base salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of progressive estimating experience, with strong preference for self-performed concrete restoration, structural repair, or specialty contracting.
• Proven ability to estimate projects up to $10M+ in value.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, industry-standard estimating software (OST, Bluebeam, or similar), and interpreting drawings/specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates by performing detailed quantity takeoffs, labor productivity analysis, procuring pricing, and integrating all costs.
• Develop conceptual, budgetary, and final bid estimates from drawings, specs, and site conditions to ensure full scope coverage.
• Develop preliminary construction schedules and bid strategy, including sequencing and duration assumptions.
• Lead bid review meetings to align on strategy, validate pricing assumptions, and ensure accurate final submissions.
• Develop proposals with clearly defined scopes of work, approaches, and inclusions/exclusions; engage with clients and industry partners throughout the bid process.
• Collaborate with operations, project management, and field teams to ensure smooth project handoff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

OST

Bluebeam

Job description

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.Construction Estimator – Structural / Concrete RestorationLocation: Hawthorne, NJ (NY General Repair Division)About NY General Repair: New York General Repair (NYGR) is a key division of STRUCTURAL, delivering high-performance structural repair and restoration solutions throughout the greater New York City metro region. Partnering with building owners, engineers, and property managers, NYGR specializes in protecting and restoring complex structures in some of the region’s most demanding environments. With offices in New York City and northern New Jersey, our team brings deep local expertise and a proven track record of successfully delivering challenging restoration projects.We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our New York General Repair division based in Hawthorne, NJ. This role focuses on self-performed structural and concrete restoration work across a range of complex projects that enhance the durability and longevity of critical infrastructure and commercial structures.The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates strong communication skills, sound judgment under deadlines, leadership capability through mentoring and team development, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.This role offers visibility across both preconstruction and project execution, with the opportunity to influence pursuit strategy and project outcomes.Typical project scopes include concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing, masonry restoration.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of estimating and preconstruction activities, including:

• Preparing comprehensive cost estimates by performing detailed quantity takeoffs, applying labor productivity and production rate analysis, procuring material and equipment pricing, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals, and integrating all project cost components into a complete and accurate estimate.
• Developing conceptual, budgetary, and final bid estimates while defining and quantifying project scope based on drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure full scope coverage and risk identification.
• Developing preliminary construction schedules, including sequencing, phasing, and duration assumptions, to support pricing accuracy and bid strategy.
• Leading bid review meetings with internal stakeholders to align on pursuit strategy, validate pricing assumptions, and ensure comprehensive and accurate final submissions.
• Developing comprehensive proposals, including clearly defined scopes of work, project approach, and detailed inclusions and exclusions to ensure clarity, completeness, and risk mitigation.
• Proactively engaging with clients and industry partners throughout the bid process to obtain feedback, strengthen relationships, and support ongoing business development efforts.
• Collaborating with operations, project management, and field teams to ensure smooth project handoff.

Job Description

Hawthorne, NJ

New York City, NY

Long Island City, NY

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive estimating experience, with strong preference for candidates experienced in self-performed concrete restoration, structural repair, or specialty contracting.
• Proven ability to estimate projects up to $10M+ in value.
• Experience managing multiple estimates concurrently, including mentoring or supporting junior estimators.
• Demonstrated advanced expertise in concrete repair and restoration methodologies, productivity-driven estimating for self-performed work, construction contract analysis and risk allocation, and a comprehensive understanding of the NY/NJ construction market, including pricing dynamics and key stakeholder relationships.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, industry-standard estimating software (e.g., OST, Bluebeam, or similar), and the interpretation of construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10-20%.

Career Growth & Compensation

This position offers a clearly defined career progression within the estimating organization, providing opportunities to advance into Senior Estimator roles and assume increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.

Compensation includes:

• Competitive base salary.
• Performance-based bonus structure tied to project success.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership within the estimating team.
• Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, etc.

Addiitonally we offer: Opportunities to work on complex, self-performed structural repair and restoration projects that extend the life of critical infrastructure and commercial assets. Our organization is a recognized industry leader, driven by a long-standing commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, and supported by a collaborative culture that fosters strong partnerships across estimating, operations, and field teams and reinforces long-term client relationships.

Salary range: 115-155K (commensurate upon experience)

EOE/M/F/D/V STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.