Junior Estimator - High End Residential Construction

Job Summary :

The Junior Estimator will report to the Director of Preconstruction and Estimating and is responsible for preparing cost calculations to determine the financial requirements of completing a project. This includes buyouts for new scopes of work and pricing for changes to contracted work. The company is a high-end, custom residential builder, with projects ranging from technically complex pre-war co-ops and townhouses in New York City to multi-structured ground-up estates, historic preservation, and major renovation projects.

Responsibilities :

Manage and organize bid documents and project drawings

Solicit and track subcontractor and supplier pricing

Review drawings and perform quantity takeoffs

Maintain and update subcontractor directories and reference databases

Prepare RFIs (Requests for Information) and communicate with the design team

Coordinate with subcontractors, design teams, and internal teams through meetings, formal correspondence, and phone calls

Support with change order pricing, subcontractor selection, and special projects as needed

Key Skills :

Strong project planning and time management skills

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings (blueprints)

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas

Experience with digital takeoff tools (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, Plan Swift, Bluebeam, or similar)

Solid understanding of construction sequences and trade scopes

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Experience & Education :

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field

2 to 3 years of relevant experience preferred

Hands-on construction experience is a plus