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. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical estimating, wants greater visibility with clients and design teams, and is interested in transitioning toward a consultancy-driven, cost-planning environment (beyond just bid work).

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
• 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