Estimating Assistant

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As an Estimating Assistant, you’ll gain hands‑on experience supporting our bidding and project coordination teams. You’ll learn how to read plans, interact with subcontractors, and contribute to the inner workings of high‑end commercial construction projects. If you’re detail‑oriented, organized, and ready to be part of a fast‑paced, dynamic team—this role is for you.

• Call and coordinate with subcontractors across the U.S. – phone outreach is a key part of your day.
• Support the bid process from start to finish: from downloading drawings to organizing proposals.
• Help ensure all project scopes are covered by qualified subcontractors.
• Participate in trade task rotations to learn how to read blueprints and understand scope bids.
• Work closely with project coordinators during project closeout.
• Manage bid documentation, update files, and support jobsite logistics.
• Handle admin tasks like organizing invoices, credit‑card forms, and ordering site posters.
• Make calls to subcontractors nationwide to secure commitments to bid – average of forty daily calls during busy bid season.
• Send bid RFIs and distribute responses to the bid team and relevant subcontractors & suppliers.
• Build subcontractor trust through effective people skills via phone and email communication.
• Explain bid documents and draft formal ITBs for distribution.
• Complete and organize closeout tasks (punch list, certificate of occupancy, warranties, operations, and maintenance manuals).
• Request current mall rules and regulations prior to bid when applicable.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

• Deadline‑driven, reliable, and highly organized.
• Enthusiastic collaborator and quick learner.
• Resourceful and comfortable navigating unfamiliar markets.
• Professional communicator who builds trust with subcontractors.

• 1–2 years of experience with a commercial GC/CM (preferred).
• 2+ years of admin experience and strong computer skills – especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and follow‑up skills – phone and email.
• Comfortable making 40+ phone calls per day during active bid seasons.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and meet shifting deadlines.
• Familiarity with construction plans a plus (but we’ll teach you if not!).
• Bachelor’s in Construction, Architecture, or related field is a bonus.
• SharePoint experience is a plus.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

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Location:

New York, NY
· Salary: $98,000 – $165,000 (approx.)