Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Estimator

We are seeking an Estimator to join a leading cost consulting and project advisory team. This individual will play a key role in developing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans for large-scale construction projects throughout all phases of design and delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience performing detailed quantity take-offs, analyzing project documentation, and providing strategic cost guidance to clients and project teams.

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and measurement-based estimating from drawings and specifications.
• Develop cost plans, budgets, feasibility studies, and benchmarking analyses.
• Review architectural, structural, MEP, and specialty trade documentation to generate accurate pricing and cost forecasts.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide value engineering recommendations and cost-saving alternatives while maintaining design intent and project objectives.
• Monitor market trends, labor rates, material pricing, and escalation factors to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Support cost benchmarking initiatives and maintain internal cost databases.
• Assist with client presentations, reporting, and project cost management deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings and provide ongoing cost advice during design and preconstruction phases.

• 210 years of estimating, cost consulting, quantity surveying, or construction cost management experience.
• Strong experience performing quantity take-offs and measurement-based estimating.
• Experience developing estimates from concept through construction documentation phases.
• Understanding of construction methods, systems, and cost drivers across multiple trades.
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial, infrastructure, healthcare, residential, mixed-use, or institutional projects.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-facing skills.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, consultant-led organization focused on technical excellence and strategic cost planning. The team works on some of the most notable and complex construction projects in the New York City market.

Schedule:

Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote)

Location:

New York City, NY

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).