Jr. Estimator | NYC Construction

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Senior Estimator to assist in day-to-day tasks
• Prepares and estimates budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications
• Analyzes requirement documents, blueprints, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
• Determines what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
• Prepares material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service
• Creates labor estimates for any project
• Develops and maintains relationships with company vendors and contractors
• Manages bids from vendors and contractors
• Uses bid data to prepare detailed cost analysis
• Presents prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
• Compiles and records actual costs
• Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans
• Creates Microsoft Project Schedules
• Updates Bid Calendar

Qualifications

• Construction Estimating experience
• Project Coordination experience
• Experience with Project Planning
• Adept in working with PowerPoint
• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Minimum 1–2 years estimating experience in the construction industry in NYC, New Jersey, or Connecticut
• Highly detail oriented
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of cost estimating software
• Ability to read and understand plans/blueprints

Desired Skills

• Estimation
• Bidding
• Interior construction