Construction Estimator/Assistant Project Manage: office space buildou

Job Description

Commercial Office Space buildout: Estimating and Project Management

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-Seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Construction Estimator / Assistant Project Manager.

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**Working in Office building - office buildout projects, building out the office space for new clients**

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These are super high-end office buildings in the downtown Broadway areas.

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-Experienced estimator, project coordinator, subcontractor management, cost control, construction operations, client coordination person who is looking to grow within a dynamic commercial construction and building services organization.

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-The successful candidate will work closely with ownership, project managers, subcontractors, consultants, and clients throughout all phases of construction projects, from preconstruction planning, budgeting, and estimating through project execution and closeout

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Key Responsibilities

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Estimating & Preconstruction

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• Review architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specifications
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• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed cost estimates and budget forecasts
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• Develop scopes of work for subcontractors and vendors
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• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
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• Assist in the preparation of project budgets, bid packages, and competitive tender submissions
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• Identify scope gaps, constructability issues, risk factors, and value engineering opportunities
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• Maintain estimating databases, unit pricing, and historical cost information
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• Support preconstruction services, feasibility reviews, and cost planning efforts
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Project Management & Coordination

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• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple construction projects.
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• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, consultants, superintendents, and field personnel.
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• Develop and maintain project schedules, critical path milestones, and progress tracking
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• Monitor material procurement, lead times, and delivery schedules.
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• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation.
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• Coordinate and attend project meetings and prepare meeting minutes and action-item logs.
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• Coordinate inspections, quality control activities, punch list completion, and project closeout documentation.
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• Prepare weekly project status reports for ownership and management.
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• Support project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and schedule management initiative
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Administrative & Operational Support

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• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
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• Assist with contract administration, subcontract management, and compliance tracking.
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• Coordinate permits, insurance certificates, DOB filings, safety documentation, and regulatory compliance requirements as required.
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• Support ownership and project managers with special projects, operational initiatives, and process improvements.
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Qualificatios:

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• 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, project coordination, project engineering, assistant project management, or construction managements.
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• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
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• Experience preparing quantity takeoffs, scopes of work, and detailed construction estimates.
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• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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• Ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
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• Understanding of project scheduling, procurement, cost management, and construction documentation processes.
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Preferred Qualifications.

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• Experience in commercial construction, mechanical/HVAC construction, building infrastructure, tenant improvements, or capital improvement projects.
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• Familiarity with New York City construction practices, permitting, building codes, and DOB requirements.
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• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Sage, or similar construction management and estimating software platforms.
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• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
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• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
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• Knowledge of cost management principles including material cost estimating and budget control.
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• Demonstrated experience managing commercial construction estimates from initial takeoff through final bid submission.
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• Construction industry experience with a focus on office or commercial space buildouts.
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• Familiarity with Xactimate or other estimating tools is a plus.
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• Strong communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration.
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• Hands-on construction site experience to understand field conditions impacting estimates.
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• Project management skills to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
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Join our team if you’re ready to leverage your estimation expertise in a vibrant environment dedicated to creating exceptional office spaces!