DoD SkillBridge Internship: Junior Estimator

JRM Construction Management, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction Management, LLC in New York City is seeking a Junior Estimator to support their estimating team. The ideal candidate will assist in preparing competitive estimates for construction projects, reviewing drawings, and analyzing subcontractor bids.

This unpaid internship targets U.S. military members eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program. Applicants should have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a demonstrated interest in construction management.

Qualifications

• Must have served at least 180 days on active duty.
• Eligibility for the DoD SkillBridge Program.
• Expected to receive an honorable discharge.

Responsibilities

• Support the estimating team in preparing accurate estimates.
• Review drawings and specifications.
• Analyze subcontractor bids.

Skills

Interest in construction management

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

New York, NY

Company Overview

JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State & Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.

Job Summary

This opportunity is exclusive to U.S. military members currently serving on active duty and eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge Program. This is not a civilian or student internship.

Junior Estimator

The Junior Estimator supports the estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive estimates for construction projects. Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and specifications, analyzing subcontractor bids, assisting with scope comparisons, and supporting bid submissions. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

• Demonstrate interest in construction management or the construction industry
• Have served at least 180 days on active duty
• Be eligible to participate during the final six months of military service prior to separation or retirement
• Be expected to receive an honorable discharge
• Have completed the Transition Assistance Program (TAP/TGPS)
• Have attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of the internship

Computer Systems

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Project and Procore (preferred but not required)

This is an unpaid internship through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program. The intern selected for this role will not receive compensation or benefits from JRM Construction Management and will not be an employee, agent, or contractor of JRM Construction Management but rather will remain an employee of the DoD and will receive compensation and benefits through the DoD.

SkillBridge graduates hired into a Junior Estimator role in New York City can expect a salary range of $65,000 to $90,000.

This is a pipeline requisition that will be used to capture qualified candidates that are eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge Program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.

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