Construction Estimator
hace 9 días
New York
Job Description CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR – ARCHITECTURAL TRADES (New York City & New York State – Government Projects) Starting Pay: $85,000 - $110,000/year Job Duties: • Review drawings, specifications, and addenda to prepare accurate takeoffs and cost estimates, • Perform quantity takeoffs for architectural trades including:, • Carpentry & Millwork, • Drywall & Framing, • Flooring & Tile, • Painting & Finishes, • Doors, Frames & Hardware, • Concrete, Masonry, and other general building scopes, • Request and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes for competitive pricing, • Prepare bid proposals, cost breakdowns, and scope sheets for submission, • Coordinate with project managers and office staff post-award for material tracking, submittals, and change orders, • Maintain organized estimate files, cost history, and bid documentation Requirements: • 3+ years of experience estimating architectural or general construction scopes (SCA, DDC, DASNY, DEP, NYCHA, OGS, etc.), • Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and trade coordination, • Proficient in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and digital takeoff tools (PlanSwift or equivalent), • Excellent math, organization, and time management skills, • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple bids simultaneously Bonus: • Bonus consideration for familiarity with prevailing wage, public bids, and government procurement portals, • Experience communicating directly with vendors and subcontractors for pricing and scope clarification