Demo

Estimator

Actalent
Plains, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026

Job Title: Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estimator to join our team. This is an in-person position, where you will be responsible for preparing complete and accurate estimates and budgets for mid to high-rise residential or commercial office projects. You will work with various contract types, including lump sum, time and material, and more.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for materials, labor, equipment, subcontracts, and construction facilities.
  • Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Attend on-site pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits.
  • Develop and review subcontractor scopes of work; accept, review, and analyze subcontractor quotes for best value.
  • Prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with all specifications, contract Statements of Work, and Bid Invitations.
  • Present cost estimates to meet customer proposals, considering general and special conditions.
  • Prepare scope specifications and requirements; input project schedules; perform quantity takeoffs; prepare cost summary sheets; and input quantities into estimating software.
  • Maintain an accurate, current database of cost codes/accounts for historical data.
  • Utilize appropriate company and industry historical data for pricing estimates.

Essential Skills

  • 4-year degree in building construction, engineering, or a construction-related field.
  • 7–10 years of related estimating experience.
  • Advanced project estimator skills, including value engineering calculations.
  • Familiarity with engineering nomenclature to communicate effectively with Application Engineers, Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineering, and vendors.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to read, understand, and organize construction plans and specifications.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in construction, real estate, and multifamily projects.
  • Familiarity with real estate development, apartment buildings, and general contractor/subcontractor management.
  • Experience in site construction, project management, construction supervision, and ground-up projects.
  • Skills in bidding, business development, preconstruction, site development, tenant improvement, and tenant fit-out.
  • Knowledge of leasing, estimation, and RFP processes.
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of White Plains, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $250000.00/yr.

- Competitive Salary and Potential Bonus - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Plan - 401k Plan - Life Insurance - Paid Vacation - Paid Sick Leave - Paid Holidays - Tuition Reimbursement Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in White Plains,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $100,000 - $250,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Estimator?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Estimator career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$54,130 - $69,968
Income Estimation: 
$60,636 - $78,492
Income Estimation: 
$126,948 - $164,474
Income Estimation: 
$155,598 - $199,147
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Actalent

  • Actalent Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Overview Overview Launch your career with Actalent through our dynamic internship program designed to cultivate the next generation of sales professionals ... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Actalent Cheyenne, WY
  • Job Description: We are seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Manager to join a general contractor on a newly awarded, confidential data cent... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Actalent Sioux, SD
  • The Mission: Feed and Fuel the World 🌍 We’re looking for a Sr Electrical Design Engineer (8-12 years) ready to lead high-stakes projects and solve the com... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Actalent Wilmington, DE
  • Job Day to Day Responsibilities: This role is responsible for managing non-clinical regulatory documents from draft through submission readiness. Key respo... more
  • 9 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Estimator jobs in the Plains, NY area that may be a better fit.

  • Actalent Westchester, NY
  • Job Title: Estimator (10 Years Experience) Overview We’re looking for a high-performing estimator with 10 years of experience who is ready to take ownershi... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Versus Plumbing York, NY
  • Company Description Versus Plumbing is an established plumbing contractor actively engaged in several large development projects for NYC GCs and developers... more
  • 11 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!