Estimator

Niche SSP - No.1 for Estimating Talent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in New York City is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead the estimating process for interior projects valued between $5M and $100M. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in commercial or interior construction and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include detailed cost estimation, project documentation review, and collaboration with clients and subcontractors. The role requires daily on-site presence in Manhattan and offers a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $180,000 along with a bonus based on performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or interior construction.
• Must work on site daily from Manhattan office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process on interior projects ranging from $5M to $100M.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for renovations and complex interior buildouts.
• Develop accurate budgets through all phases of design.
• Review project drawings and specifications to define scope and materials.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor bids to ensure full scope coverage.
• Participate in client meetings and support value engineering efforts.

Skills

Estimating process leadership

Cost estimation

Risk identification

Subcontractor bid analysis

Project documentation review

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture

Equivalent construction experience

Job description

Overview

Our client is an ENR Top 100 construction firm with a strong interiors and renovation platform in New York City. They are seeking an experienced Estimator to take ownership of interior construction estimates across a diverse and active project pipeline.

This role sits at the center of preconstruction and partners closely with operations, clients, and trade partners from pursuit through project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process on interior projects totaling $5M to $100M annually
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for tenant fit-outs, renovations, and complex interior buildouts
• Develop accurate budgets through all design phases, including architectural, structural, and all trades
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to clearly define scope, materials, and labor
• Create detailed scope and analysis sheets for subcontractor bid leveling
• Solicit, analyze, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure full scope coverage
• Perform subcontractor bid reviews and descoping to confirm compliance with drawings, specifications, schedule, logistics, insurance, and quality standards
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities, and provide value engineering recommendations
• Ensure estimates are complete and aligned with client financial objectives
• Lead project kickoff and closeout meetings to support smooth handoff to operations and accounting
• Stay engaged through construction to support RFIs, change pricing, ticket pricing, and subcontract execution
• Participate in client meetings to review pricing, resolve issues, and support value engineering efforts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams
• Contribute to team collaboration, mentorship, and the continued growth of the estimating department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, construction management, engineering, quantity surveying or architecture a plus
• Equivalent construction experience will be considered
• 5+ years of construction experience within commercial or interior construction
• Must be willing to work on site daily from the Manhattan office

Compensation

Base salary range: $130,000 to $180,000

Eligible for discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance