Estimator - Concrete/ Structural Steel

Henderson Scott US; Village of Roslyn (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US in New York, NY seeks an Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for cast-in-place concrete and structural steel across NYC projects. The role requires mastery of NYC construction practices, union labor, logistics, and regulatory requirements.

You will perform takeoffs, develop complete cost estimates, review drawings, prepare bids, and coordinate with vendors while navigating limited access, hoisting, and permitting constraints.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of estimating experience in concrete and/or structural steel.
• Strong knowledge of NYC construction means, methods, and union labor.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs for foundations, slabs, walls, columns, rebar, and occasionally structural steel.
• Develop complete cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and addenda; identify scope gaps and risks.
• Prepare competitive bid proposals and participate in bid strategy meetings.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Assist project teams with budgets, Schedule of Values (SOV), and change orders.
• Account for NYC logistics such as limited access, hoisting, and permitting.

Skills

Estimating experience

NYC construction knowledge

Reading drawings

Tools

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Procore

Autodesk Build

Job description

Position Title: Estimator

Location: New York, NY

Status: Full-Time

Reports to: Director of Operations

Position Summary

The Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for cast-in-place concrete and structural steel scopes on projects throughout New York City. This role requires a strong understanding of NYC construction practices, union labor, logistics constraints, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs for foundations, slabs, walls, columns, rebar, and occasionally structural steel.
• Develop complete cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and addenda; identify scope gaps and risks.
• Prepare competitive bid proposals and participate in bid strategy meetings.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Assist project teams with budgets, Schedule of Values (SOV), and change orders.
• Account for NYC logistics such as limited access, hoisting, and permitting.

Qualifications

• 3-10+ years of estimating experience in concrete and/or structural steel.
• Strong knowledge of NYC construction means, methods, and union labor.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and specifications.

Technical Skills

• Estimating software (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with Procore or Autodesk Build preferred.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple bids under deadlines.
• Strong analytical and cost awareness mindset.