IN-HOUSE ESTIMATOR

RMN Construction; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RMN Construction in Morris County, NJ seeks a motivated estimating professional with expertise in commercial carpentry. You will read architectural drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop thorough cost estimates for bids and planning.

Proficiency with AI and Pro Core for digital takeoffs is required to ensure competitive pricing. You will coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers, identify cost-saving opportunities, and deliver detailed bid proposals on schedule, maintaining accuracy

Qualifications

• Proven experience estimating commercial carpentry projects.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specs and docs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings.
• Prepare accurate material, labor, and total project estimates.
• Use AI and Pro Core for digital takeoffs and bids.
• Review plans and addenda to identify requirements.
• Estimate carpentry scopes including framing, drywall, ceilings, doors.
• Coordinate with subs and suppliers for pricing.
• Identify scope gaps and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare organized bid proposals and breakdowns.
• Meet bid deadlines with accuracy and consistency.

Skills

Reading drawings

Detailed estimating

Digital estimating tools

AI tools uptake

Tools

Pro Core

Digital takeoff software

Job description

Commercial Carpentry | Morris County NJ

We are looking for a motivated professional who understands commercial construction, can accurately interpret construction drawings, and can prepare competitive, detailed estimates to support our bidding and project planning process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural and construction drawings.
• Prepare accurate material, labor, and overall project cost estimates.
• Utilize AI and Pro Core for digital takeoffs, estimating, and bid preparation.
• Review plans, specifications, and addenda to identify project requirements.
• Estimate commercial carpentry scopes, including metal and wood framing, drywall, ceilings, doors and hardware, blocking, backing, millwork, and finish carpentry.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare organized, detailed bid proposals and estimate breakdowns.
• Meet bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience estimating commercial carpentry projects.
• Strong working knowledge of AI and Pro Core and digital estimating tools.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of commercial carpentry construction materials, labor production rates, and installation methods.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple bid deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A reliable estimating professional who takes pride in accuracy, understands the commercial carpentry trade, and can help us pursue projects with confidence and competitive pricing.