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Construction Project Estimator – Lead Pre-Construction and Bid Management
Job Overview
- Salary/Pay Rate: $115,000 - $128,000 (Based on Experience).
- Location: Hauppauge, NY.
- Job/Employment Type: Full-Time.
- Project Scope: Commercial / Institutional ($5M to $30M+).
- Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required.
The Opportunity
You will take ownership of the pre-construction process by building precise, competitive estimates for commercial and institutional projects. Reporting to the Director of Pre-Construction, your analytical skill and trade insight will directly impact company profitability and fuel long-term growth. You will serve as a core leader in identifying risk, forging strong trade partner relationships, and driving winning bid strategies.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Prepare accurate, detailed material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates from conceptual design through final bid documents.
- Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs across architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection scopes.
- Evaluate subcontractor proposals, level competing bids, and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and assumption risks prior to submission.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, addenda, and site logistics to identify constructability challenges and value-engineering opportunities.
- Solicit and build strong working relationships with qualified vendors and specialty trade contractors across all divisions.
- Present detailed bid packages, estimate summaries, and risk evaluations directly to executive management for final bid-day decisions.
- Lead pre-construction handoff meetings with project managers to transfer bid assumptions, allowances, and budget commitments seamlessly.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Proven track record in construction estimating with strong knowledge of commercial means, methods, and trade responsibilities.
- Advanced ability to read and interpret complex architectural, civil, structural, and MEPS drawings and specifications.
- Exceptional mathematical, analytical, and bid-leveling skills with high attention to detail.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills required to manage vendor pricing, subcontractor outreach, and tight deadlines.
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