Senior Estimator

JRM Construction Management, LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead comprehensive cost estimation for complex projects in the New York area. You will review subcontractor bids, develop detailed budgets from early design phases, and oversee all bid packages to ensure competitive, accurate submissions.

Ideal candidates have extensive budgeting/estimating experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under bid deadlines while coordinating with engineers, architects, and clients to maximize

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in budgeting/estimating or related field.
• 7–10 years of budgeting/estimating experience.
• Knowledge of New York City subcontractor base.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of project estimating from concept to bid.
• Prepare detailed conceptual budgets from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents.
• Perform detailed take-offs of all trades.
• Lead bid process with subcontractors and ensure accurate submissions by all subcontractors.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors.
• Present estimates in client and internal meetings.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Reading construction plans

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Procore

Timberline

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Office

Job description

At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.

Job Summary

A Senior Estimator serves as a vital function in the growth of a construction company. The Senior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project. They review subcontractor bids to choose the most cost-effective option. A challenging position that requires fine attention to detail. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee the full lifecycle of project estimating, from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages
• Prepare detailed conceptual budgets from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents
• Perform detailed take-offs of all trades
• Initiate and manage entire bid process (CM and GC) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid packages and assure accurate and proper submissions/proposals by all subcontractors
• Accurately level all subcontractor bids
• Negotiate and purchase all subcontractors including the issuance of purchase orders
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
• Interfacing with field team by communicating deliverable and procurement schedules
• Interpret drawings and specifications to quantify scope and develop detailed projections for materials, labor, and overall project costs
• Identify potential risks early and propose strategic, cost-efficient solutions to enhance overall project value
• Contribute to client and internal meetings by presenting estimates and supporting value engineering discussions
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and capture scope elements not reflected in contract documents
• Guide and support junior estimators while helping refine processes and elevate team performance

Qualifications and Skills

• Four-year degree and 7-10 years minimum experience in budgeting/estimating
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and meet them
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
• Knowledge of New York City subcontractor base

Computer Systems

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required)
• On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)

Salary Information

• To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary range for this role is $180,000 - $220,000.

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