Estimator

Insight Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Estimator to support preconstruction efforts in the NYC market. This role focuses on concrete estimating and preconstruction, preparing time, cost, and labor estimates using specialized methodologies and aligning costs with operations on awarded projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimating, strong client-facing skills, and established industry relationships to drive opportunities beyond posted bids. NYC-area relocation may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Proven ability to support preconstruction activities and full bid lifecycle.
• Experience with estimating software listed above.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support concrete estimating and bidding lifecycle
• Receive invitations to bid and evaluate opportunities
• Engage directly with GCs, developers, and owners
• Identify off-market / relationship-driven project opportunities
• Perform quantity takeoffs, pricing, and proposal development
• Act as primary POC for bid process and client follow-up
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to secure pricing
• Assemble proposals and ensure competitive, accurate bids
• Support transition to operations post-award

Skills

Construction Estimating

Preconstruction

Bid lifecycle

Education

2- or 4-year degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Bluebeam

Excel

Sage Timberline

Job description

• 5+ years of experience of construction estimating
• Proven ability to manage or support preconstruction - pre-award, proposal creation, full bid lifecycle
• Experience with estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam, Excel, or Sage Timberline

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• 2- or 4-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, related field or other certification/education
• Strong industry understanding within concrete / construction markets

Job Description

A large concrete construction company is seeking an Estimator to support preconstruction efforts in the NYC market. This role is heavily focused on concrete estimating and preconstruction, with responsibility for preparing time, cost, and labor estimates using specialized methodologies, while also supporting awarded projects with ongoing cost estimate alignment to operations. The Estimator will work closely with clients throughout the bidding process, proactively following up to address obstacles and increase award success. Strong preference for candidates with established industry relationships who can drive opportunities beyond posted bids.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead and support concrete estimating and bidding lifecycle
• Receive invitations to bid and evaluate opportunities
• Engage directly with GCs, developers, and owners
• Identify off-market / relationship-driven project opportunities
• Perform quantity takeoffs, pricing, and proposal development
• Act as primary POC for bid process and client follow-up
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to secure pricing
• Assemble proposals and ensure competitive, accurate bids
• Support transition to operations post-award: