Junior Estimator

Kintec Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kintec Search in New York, NY, is seeking a Junior Estimator for its Exterior Restoration division. You will support bid preparation for exterior projects across New York City, learn to evaluate drawings, perform takeoffs, and gather subcontractor pricing under an experienced estimating and project management team.

Ideal candidates have 6–18 months of construction estimating exposure, comfort reading drawings, and knowledge of takeoffs.

Qualifications

• Ability to read architectural drawings and project specs.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs for exterior restoration projects.
• Comfortable reviewing bid documents and project scopes.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, bid documents, and project scopes.
• Complete quantity takeoffs for exterior restoration projects.
• Assist with pricing materials, labor, equipment, access, and subcontractor packages.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs.
• Identify scope gaps and drawing discrepancies.
• Request and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare bid spreadsheets and proposals.
• Work with senior estimators, project managers, and field personnel.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quantity takeoffs

Attention to detail

Education

Construction Management / Architecture / Engineering coursework

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Queens, $65,000–$90,000 salary + benefits+ 401k

An established New York City contractor is looking to hire a Junior Estimator for its growing Exterior Restoration division.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious early-career estimator who already has some exposure to façade restoration, roofing, waterproofing, masonry, or general construction and wants to develop under an experienced estimating and project management team.

You will support the preparation of bids for exterior restoration projects throughout New York City, learning how to evaluate drawings, conduct takeoffs, review site conditions, obtain subcontractor and supplier pricing, and build accurate project estimates.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project scopes
• Complete quantity takeoffs for exterior restoration projects
• Assist with pricing materials, labor, equipment, access, and subcontractor packages
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs
• Identify scope gaps, drawing discrepancies, and potential access or logistical challenges
• Request and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Prepare bid spreadsheets, proposals, and supporting documentation
• Work closely with senior estimators, project managers, and field personnel

Ideal Background

• Approximately 6–18 months of construction estimating experience
• Exposure to façade restoration, masonry, roofing, waterproofing, concrete repair, or related exterior work is strongly preferred
• Candidates from a general contractor with restoration project experience will also be considered
• Comfortable reading architectural and construction drawings
• Some experience completing quantity takeoffs and reviewing project specifications
• Knowledge of Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel is preferred
• Degree or coursework in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline is beneficial but not essential
• Previous field, trade, or hands-on construction experience would be highly valued
• Organized, detail-oriented, curious, and eager to build a long-term career in estimating

The Opportunity

You will join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of exterior restoration work across New York City. The company offers hands-on training, direct exposure to experienced construction professionals, and a genuine opportunity to progress into a fully capable Estimator and eventually manage bids independently.