Estimator

About the role

We’re looking for a high-performing estimator with 10 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of complex projects and play a key role in shaping cost strategies from concept through construction.

What You’ll Do

• Own full-scope estimating across civil, architectural, façade, exterior, and roofing trades
• Build conceptual through GMP / CD-level estimates with increasing autonomy
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs (CostX/Bluebeam) and develop accurate cost build-ups
• Create and manage comprehensive cost plans, budgets, and feasibility analyses
• Possess strong communication skills and interest in working directly with clients/design teams
• Drive value engineering exercises while protecting design intent
• Evaluate market conditions, escalation, and trade pricing trends to keep estimates relevant
• Contribute to and refine internal cost databases and benchmarking tools
• Support and gradually lead client presentations and reporting deliverables
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to team-wide best practices

What Sets This Role Apart

• More than bidding: Focus on true cost planning and advisory, not just chasing deadlines
• Client exposure: Opportunity to grow into client-facing responsibilities
• Project ownership: Take the lead on scopes and eventually entire projects
• Career growth: Clear path toward Estimator / Cost Manager / MRICS track
• High-impact work: Involvement in complex, large-scale NYC developments

What You Bring

• 5–10 years of estimating experience (GC, CM, or consultancy)
• Ability to independently run take-offs and build estimates with minimal oversight
• Solid understanding of construction methods and trade-level cost drivers
• Proficiency in CostX, Bluebeam, and advanced Excel modeling
• Experience supporting or leading preconstruction efforts and bid phases
• Strong communication skills and interest in working directly with clients/design teams

Nice to Have

• Experience in consulting / owner’s rep / cost advisory environments
• Familiarity with NYC construction market and pricing dynamics
• Exposure to benchmarking and cost database development
• Progress toward or interest in MRICS