Junior Estimator- South Plainfield, NJ

Our client is seeking a Junior Estimator to join their growing team in South Plainfield, NJ, supporting a diverse portfolio of public, municipal, commercial, and federal construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious estimator with 2-4 years of experience who is looking to develop into a senior estimating professional while gaining exposure to complex, high-profile projects and a strong project pipeline.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering public-sector, municipal, federal, and commercial construction projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. With a robust backlog and expanding pipeline, the company offers employees long-term stability, career growth, and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that positively impact local communities.

Description

• Assist in preparing accurate cost estimates and bid proposals for commercial, public, municipal, and federal construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Support the preparation of conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients throughout the bidding process.
• Maintain bid documentation and ensure estimates are completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Utilize estimating software and technology platforms to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in bid reviews, scope analysis, and project handoff meetings.
• Assist in identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.

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 Junior Estimator should have:

• 2-4 years of estimating experience within commercial, public, municipal, institutional, or federal construction environments.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and estimating principles.
• Highly proficient with technology and comfortable learning new construction software, estimating tools, and project management platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, office-based environment.
• Detail-oriented with a desire to learn and develop into a lead estimator role.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary of $80,000 - $100,000.
• Clear career progression path into a Senior Estimator position.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial, municipal, public, and federal construction projects.
• Stable company with a strong backlog and growing pipeline of work.
• Mentorship from experienced estimating and construction professionals.
• Opportunity to gain experience on complex, high-profile projects.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, PTO, and retirement savings options.
• Collaborative office environment with long-term growth potential.

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.