Senior Estimator

Job ID: 11868 | Posted: 10/23/2026 | Location: Armonk, NY 10504

About the role

Our client, a leading civil and energy services contractor, is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team in Armonk, NY on large-scale commercial and municipal projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil/site construction and project experience in the multi-millions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project specifications and drawings to determine accurate cost estimates.
• Estimate costs for construction projects based on an analysis of project technical requirements.
• Collect data and analyze all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate.
• Identify and quantify potential cost uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs.
• Update costs as necessary based on new information and project scope changes.
• Collaborate with construction site teams to gather necessary information for estimating.
• Utilize software such as HeavyBid and Bluebeam to prepare detailed estimates.
• Conduct thorough research on materials, labor, and equipment costs.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids for projects.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, suppliers, and project managers.
• Participate in value engineering efforts to optimize project costs.
• Perform neat, orderly and accurate takeoff and pricing with no supervision or direction.
• Produce proposals and assemble bid packages required by the procuring entity.
• Effectively and articulately communicate work product to the Director of Estimating.
• Interact with project owners, engineers, subcontractors and vendors as needed.
• Create complete and fully functional Excel spreadsheets and Word documents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, a related field or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in industrial construction with a broad understanding of the company’s main self-performed trades.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience performing takeoff, complete pricing, and organization of complete estimates.
• Experience with overall ground-up construction through completion for site/civil projects.
• Proficiency in using HeavyBid, Blue Beam, Excel, Word.
• Ability to learn new software platforms, if implemented.
• Knowledge of value engineering principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to conduct thorough research on costs related to materials, labor, and equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with construction site teams and various stakeholders.

Schedule & travel

Office presence required at least three (3) days per week, unless otherwise agreed upon with final approval by direct supervisor. Travel may be required up to 15% to office/work/project sites in the greater Northeast Region and/or East Coast (but not limited to) of the United States.

Pay

Salary: $130,000–$150,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Full benefits
• FSA and HSA options
• 401k with company match
• PTO
• Financial Wellness Benefits
• Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits
• Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services