We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented professional to support the preparation of accurate, competitive, and profitable proposals for commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will be comfortable reviewing architectural drawings, performing material takeoffs, estimating labor and material costs, coordinating with suppliers, and preparing complete bid submissions. Experience with commercial interior finishes, acoustic panel systems, and specialty subcontractor estimating is preferred.
Key responsibilities
- Review architectural plans, specifications, shop drawings, and construction documents.
- Identify project scope, installation requirements, material quantities, missing information, and potential risks.
- Perform quantity takeoffs, including square footage, linear footage, and material calculations.
- Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, and total project cost estimates.
- Calculate union and non-union labor costs, including wages, fringe benefits, payroll burden, insurance, and applicable overhead.
- Estimate manpower requirements, installation schedules, and labor productivity.
- Develop pricing that accounts for direct costs, overhead, contingency, and company profit.
- Prepare professional proposals, bid submissions, cost breakdowns, and profitability projections.
- Coordinate bid deadlines, documentation, clarifications, pricing revisions, negotiations, and follow-ups.
- Obtain, review, and compare supplier quotations for materials and equipment.
- Maintain organized estimating records, bid documents, and project information.
- Support project planning, budgeting, cost control, and the evaluation of potential scope changes.
Qualifications and experience
- Previous experience as a construction estimator, bid coordinator, or in a similar estimating role.
- Strong understanding of commercial construction, commercial interiors, or specialty subcontracting.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, architectural drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Demonstrated experience with material takeoffs, labor estimates, construction budgets, and cost breakdowns.
- Understanding of union and non-union construction labor pricing.
- Familiarity with estimating software such as Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Xactimate, or comparable programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and construction management software.
- Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and meet submission deadlines.
- Construction field or project management experience is an advantage.
Experience with fabric-wrapped acoustic wall panels, stretch fabric wall systems, commercial acoustic installations, interior wall finishes, specialty construction, material procurement, supplier coordination, or New York City commercial construction is especially welcome.
This is a freelance, part-time opportunity with compensation of $25–$30 per hour. Project-based or ongoing arrangements may also be considered depending on experience and availability. Candidates should be able to independently review construction documents, prepare complete estimates, and provide a clear assessment of project costs and anticipated profitability.
To apply, please submit a current résumé or summary of relevant estimating experience, examples or descriptions of previously estimated commercial construction projects, details of your estimating software and quantity-takeoff experience, your availability and preferred work arrangement, and your expected hourly rate or per-project estimating fee.
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- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Part-time
- Salary
- $25 – $30 hourly
Carpentry • 1-10 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since November, 2026
Our company is a growing commercial construction company that offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a business from the ground up. We specialize in fabric-wrapped acoustic wall panels and custom acoustic installations throughout New York City. We value professionalism, teamwork, open communication, and attention to detail. As a growing company, we offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, contribute ideas, and help shape our future success. At Great Wall Installers, we believe in building long-term professional relationships, recognizing individual contributions, and creating opportunities for growth. We're looking for motivated professionals who want to grow alongside us and take pride in delivering quality work.
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