Lead Estimator | Commercial Interiors; NYC)

Lead Estimator | Midtown Manhattan, NYC | Commercial Interiors

I'm working with a highly regarded, award-winning General Contractor / Construction Management firm, previously recognized as an ENR Contractor of the Year
, looking to bring on an experienced Lead Estimator to join their growing preconstruction team in Midtown Manhattan.

The business has built a strong reputation across the NYC construction market, delivering high-quality projects across a diverse range of sectors.

Project Types:

• Corporate Interiors & Commercial Fit-Outs || Hospitality & High-End Retail || Financial Services & Corporate HQ || Lobbies, Amenities & Building Repositioning || Education & Healthcare || Ground-Up Residential & Mixed-Use Developments

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating process from initial concept through final bid submission
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, takeoffs and competitive bid proposals
• Review drawings, specifications and subcontractor pricing to ensure accurate project costing
• Manage subcontractor relationships, bid leveling and value engineering
• Work closely with senior leadership, project management and preconstruction teams
• Mentor, train and lead junior estimators
  , supporting their technical development and career progression
• Oversee estimating deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely submissions
• Play a key role in bid strategy, client presentations and project pursuits

What They're Looking For:

• 10+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience with a General Contractor / Construction Management firm
• Strong knowledge of the NYC construction market
• Experience estimating commercial interiors, renovations and/or ground-up construction projects
• Proven ability to independently manage estimates and complex bid packages
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising junior estimating staff
• Strong understanding of construction costs, subcontractor procurement and market pricing

What's on

Offer:

• Competitive base salary + annual bonus ($)
• 401(k) with company match (%)
• PTO, sick leave & paid holidays
• Opportunity to lead and develop a growing estimating team
• Strong pipeline of secured projects across NYC

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Estimator ready to take the next step into a leadership position, or an established Lead Estimator looking for greater responsibility within a growing, award-winning contractor.