Construction Estimator - Leeding Builders Group

AECO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 146,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeding Builders Group is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our New York City team. This position will be responsible for developing, managing, and reviewing detailed construction cost estimates for complex building projects.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical estimating expertise, a thorough understanding of NYC construction practices, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership to develop competitive and accurate estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) plus 8 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred: experience estimating large-scale, complex commercial construction projects in NYC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and manage detailed construction cost estimates throughout preconstruction and bidding phases.
• Understand estimating terminology and processes and how they impact projects.
• Assist in evaluating opportunities and profitability.
• Possess knowledge of planning and scheduling.
• Understand company cost structure (overheads, G&A, insurances).
• Prepare estimates from conceptual design through construction documents.
• Evaluate scope and execution plans for basis of estimate.
• Initiate preparation of an Estimate Plan and Basis of Estimate.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Preconstruction

Bid analysis

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Full-time
• State/Province: New York
• Business Group: CM
• Legal Entity: Leeding Builders Group LLC
• Business Line: CM Construction Management
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: CM
• Primary Location: US - New York, NY - 2 Park Ave
• Compensation: USD 145,879.52 - USD 269,877.11 - yearly

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About Construction Management—Leeding Builders Group (LBG)

Leeding Builders Group (LBG) is a New York-based construction manager specializing in open shop commercial, residential and hospitality projects. Founded on a reputation of professionalism and quality, with the financial backing of AECOM, we are one of New York City's premier builders.

As a separately branded entity of the AECOM Construction Management group, LBG operates independently with its own management structures and resources.

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Job Description

Leeding Builders Group is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our New York City team. This position will be responsible for developing, managing, and reviewing detailed construction cost estimates for complex building projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical estimating expertise, a thorough understanding of NYC construction practices, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership to develop competitive and accurate estimates.

• Prepare, develop, and manage detailed construction cost estimates throughout the preconstruction and bidding phases.
• Understands estimating terminology and measures and recognizes estimating processes/project actions that may impact the project.
• Participates in analyzing and using estimations to predict key project issues.
• Assists in the evaluation of business opportunities and potential profitability.
• Possesses a working knowledge of planning and scheduling.
• Understands company cost structure (overheads, G&A, insurances).
• Capable of managing the preparation of an estimate from conceptual design through construction documents.
• Evaluates suitability of scope and execution plan for basis of estimate.
• Initiates the preparation of an Estimate Plan (approach, techniques, level of effort, cost, schedule), Basis of Estimate and qualifications.
• Prepares bid tabulations responding to the customer/Request for Proposal requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience estimating large-scale, complex commercial construction projects in the New York City metropolitan area.
• Strong background in one or more of the following sectors: high-rise residential, hospitality, mixed-use developments, commercial interiors, or institutional construction.
• Experience managing estimates for projects valued at $50 million or more.
• Familiarity with NYC construction costs, local subcontractor markets, union labor practices, building codes, and permitting requirements.
• Established relationships with NYC‑area subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, construction logistics, and procurement strategies.
• Experience presenting estimates and cost analyses to senior executives, clients, and project stakeholders.

Additional Information

Additional information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, ANDLBG INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY, 19TH, 2027.

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