Estimator Senior/Construction

Our client is a leading NYC-based general contractor specializing in ground-up residential construction and major alterations across the five boroughs.

They\'re looking for a Senior Estimator with procurement experience who is currently doing this work — someone actively pricing ground-up and major alteration projects on active GC bids today, not someone coming from owner-side, facilities, or corporate estimating. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role that spans both sides of the pricing process: you\'ll take a set of drawings and turn it into a complete, defensible budget or bid, and you\'ll also carry that pricing through into subcontractor buyout and procurement as projects move into construction. Own the full estimating process for ground-up and major alteration projects — from conceptual/preliminary budgeting through detailed takeoffs and final bid submission

Prepare accurate, comprehensive quantity takeoffs and cost estimates across all trades and project phases

Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure scope completeness and cost accuracy

Develop and present GMPs, hard-bid pricing, and budget updates as projects move from preconstruction into construction

Partner directly with project executives, preconstruction teams, and project management to align pricing and procurement with the construction schedule and market conditions

Track material, labor, and market pricing trends across the NYC metro area to keep estimates and buyout targets current and competitive

Identify scope gaps, value engineering opportunities, and cost risks before they threaten budget or schedule

Maintain organized, accurate estimating and procurement records, historical cost data, and bid/buyout documentation across active pursuits and awarded projects

Navigate the practical realities of NYC ground-up and major alteration work — union labor agreements, DOB requirements, and site logistics specific to active construction

Currently working for a general contractor, actively estimating ground-up and/or major alteration projects in NYC — this is a non-negotiable requirement, not a nice-to-have

Prior experience with subcontractor procurement/buyout, in addition to estimating, strongly preferred

Real, active knowledge of NYC-area trade pricing, labor rates, and material costs

Strong understanding of ground-up construction sequencing and major alteration project nuances

Proficiency with construction estimating and project management software (On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, Procore, Timberline, Sage, or similar)

PTO and paid holidays

Comprehensive health plans available

Real growth path as our client\'s project pipeline expands

Our client is committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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