Estimator – Luxury Residential & Interior Construction (NYC)

System One

New York, New York

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$145,000 Per Year
LOCATION
New York, New York
POSTED
24 days ago
Job Title:Estimator – Luxury Residential & Interior Construction
Location: New York City, NY

Type: Direct Hire
Industry: Residential construction (high rise)
Compensation: $120,000 - $145,000 annually
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Scope of Projects: typically $500K min to $5M+

Estimator – Luxury Residential & Interior Construction (NYC)

Position Summary
  • We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support preconstruction efforts for high-end residential renovations and interior projects across NYC. This role works closely with leadership to develop accurate, detailed budgets from early concept through final bid and project turnover.
  • The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in pricing complex interior renovations, including apartments, townhomes, and occupied spaces.
Project Scope
  • High-end residential renovations (apartments and townhouses)
  • Interior and occupied space construction
  • Select hospitality and commercial interiors
  • Typical project size: $500K – $5M
Key Responsibilities
  • Preconstruction & Estimating
  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications
  • Develop accurate project budgets from conceptual through final pricing
  • Analyze drawings to identify scope gaps, risks, and cost drivers
  • Solicit and level subcontractor bids
Cost Analysis & Budgeting
  • Build and maintain detailed cost estimates and bid packages
  • Perform trade coverage and ensure complete scope inclusion
  • Evaluate pricing for accuracy, competitiveness, and feasibility
Project Handoff
  • Support smooth transition from estimating to project management
  • Organize and maintain estimate files, scopes, and documentation
  • Assist in buyout and subcontractor scope alignment
Collaboration
  • Work closely with leadership on pricing strategy and bid approach
  • Coordinate with project managers, architects, and consultants as needed
  • Contribute to value engineering and cost-saving opportunities

Estimator – Luxury Residential & Interior Construction Qualifications
  • 5+ years of estimating experience in construction
  • Strong experience with high-end residential or interior projects preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Experience pricing projects in the $500K – $5M range

Estimator – Luxury Residential & Interior Construction Technical Skills
  • PlanSwift (required)
  • Procore experience preferred
  • Advanced Excel and spreadsheet proficiency
  • Strong file management and document organization skills

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About the Company

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System One

Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives. 

Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://systemone.com