Construction Estimator - Manhattan, NY

Our client is seeking a Construction Estimator to join their growing New York City team and play a key role in pricing complex commercial construction projects from concept through award. The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, analyzing project risks, and supporting business development efforts to help secure new work.

Client Details

Our client is a respected general contractor with a strong presence in the NYC construction market, delivering projects across commercial, corporate interiors, healthcare, multifamily, and institutional sectors. With a reputation for quality, client service, and repeat business, they offer long-term stability and a healthy pipeline of upcoming projects.

Description

• • Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, and hard-bid estimates.
  • Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope.
  • Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and supplier pricing.
  • Develop quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns.
  • Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures.
  • Collaborate with project management and operations teams during preconstruction.
  • Attend site walks, pre-bid meetings, and client presentations as required.
  • Maintain current knowledge of labor, material, and market pricing trends throughout NYC.
  • Support proposal preparation and bid submissions.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Estimator should have:

• • 3+ years of estimating experience with a general contractor or construction management firm.
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, and pricing.
  • Experience estimating projects within NYC markets preferred.
  • Proficiency with estimating software such as Procore, Bluebeam, OST, Sage, BuildingConnected, or similar platforms.
  • Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and analyze subcontractor proposals.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Job Offer

• • Annual bonus opportunity.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Hybrid flexibility with a mix of office and project-related work.
  • Exposure to high-profile NYC construction projects.
  • Clear career progression into Senior Estimator, Preconstruction Manager, or Director-level positions.
  • Stable backlog of work with a well-regarded contractor in the New York market.

Interested? Apply today.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.