Construction Estimator
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-02-14
Listing for:
Cobalt Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-14
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Building & Residential Construction, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to support the development of accurate, comprehensive budgets and cost estimates for ground-up multifamily affordable housing developments and rehabilitation projects located primarily throughout New York’s Hudson Valley. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects are competitively priced, fully scoped, and aligned with project goals from early concept through procurement.
The Estimator will work closely with the Director of Estimating & Purchasing, as well as project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, to identify cost drivers, anticipate scope gaps, and proactively develop complete and reliable estimates, even when documents are incomplete or evolving.
Responsibilities- Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates for ground-up multifamily and rehabilitation projects
- Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications across all major trades
- Review architectural, structural, MEP, and civil drawings to identify scope gaps, constructability issues, and cost risks
- Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor bids to ensure competitive and complete pricing
- Develop and maintain project budgets, cost breakdowns, and pricing narratives
- Collaborate with internal teams to support procurement strategies, value engineering, and buyout planning
- Track historical cost data and market trends to inform future estimates
- Participate in design and preconstruction meetings to provide cost input and recommendations
- Support project teams through transitions from estimating into construction
- 7+ years of experience in construction estimating, preferably with multifamily ground-up and/or affordable housing projects
- Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and sequencing
- Proven ability to prepare budgets from incomplete or evolving documents
- Experience working closely with project management and preconstruction teams
- Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and takeoff tools
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
- Affordable housing, mixed-income, or publicly funded multifamily projects
- Hudson Valley or greater New York market experience
- Familiarity with cost control, procurement, and buyout processes
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