Chief Estimator

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentorship & Training: Lead, mentor, and train junior estimators, ensuring the team maintains high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
• Estimating: Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial interior projects, including materials, labor, and equipment. Review and analyze project specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients. Cultivate trust and collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Bid Coordination: Manage the bid process from start to finish, including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids, and ensuring all estimates are thorough and competitive.
• Project Management Support: Work closely with project managers to provide ongoing cost analysis and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, materials, and construction methods. Implement best practices in estimating and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Passion: Must be passionate about estimating and looking to help the firm grow!
• Client Communication: Professional presence suited for interacting with clients is a must.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in commercial interiors General Contracting estimating in New York City.
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring a team of estimators.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client base.
• Convenient Midtown Manhattan office location.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person