Construction Estimator

SanCrest; Town of Brookhaven (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sancrest Llc is seeking a Construction Project Estimator to deliver accurate, data-driven cost estimates for contractor and construction clients. The role focuses on reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, and analyzing quotes to produce reliable bids and cost breakdowns.

Ideal candidates will interpret plans precisely, evaluate quotes accurately, and collaborate with contractors and consulting teams to identify cost risks and propose value-engineering options.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating and takeoff skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and scope.
• Capable of evaluating quotes and incorporating costs accurately.
• Analytical mindset for risk identification and cost optimization.
• Clear communication and collaboration with contractors and consulting teams.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to develop reliable estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost modeling.
• Solicit, collect, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes.
• Prepare clear bids, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation.
• Identify cost risks and recommend value-engineering options to improve profitability.
• Support tighter cost controls and strengthen estimating systems for improved budget accuracy and project performance.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Plan interpretation

Cost evaluation

Communication

Job description

Construction Project Estimator

to deliver accurate, data-driven cost estimates for contractor and construction clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to develop reliable estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost modeling.
• Solicit, collect, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes.
• Prepare clear bids, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation.
• Identify cost risks and recommend value-engineering options to improve profitability.
• Support tighter cost controls and strengthen estimating systems for improved budget accuracy and project performance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong estimating and takeoff skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency interpreting construction plans, specifications, and scope.
• Ability to evaluate quotes and incorporate costs accurately.
• Analytical mindset for risk identification and cost optimization.
• Clear communication and collaboration with contractors and consulting teams.