DoD SkillBridge Internship: Junior Estimator

New York, NY

JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State & Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms.

JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.

This opportunity is exclusive to U.S. military members currently serving on active duty and eligible to participate in the DoD Skill Bridge Program. This is not a civilian or student internship.

The Junior Estimator supports the estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive estimates for construction projects. Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and specifications, analyzing subcontractor bids, assisting with scope comparisons, and supporting bid submissions. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

• Demonstrate interest in construction management or the construction industry
• Have served at least 180 days on active duty
• Be eligible to participate during the final six months of military service prior to separation or retirement
• Be expected to receive an honorable discharge
• Have completed the Transition Assistance Program (TAP/TGPS)
• Have attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD Skill Bridge Program prior to start of the internship

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Project and Procore (preferred but not required)

This is an unpaid internship through the Department of Defense (DoD) Skill Bridge Program. The intern selected for this role will not receive compensation or benefits from JRM Construction Management and will not be an employee, agent, or contractor of JRM Construction Management but rather will remain an employee of the DoD and will receive compensation and benefits through the DoD.

Skill Bridge graduates hired into a Junior Estimator role in New York City can expect a salary range of $65,000 to $90,000.

This is a pipeline requisition that will be used to capture qualified candidates that are eligible to participate in the DoD Skill Bridge Program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.

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