What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION position at Trueline?
A growing construction firm specializing in high-quality multi-family residential projects, is seeking a Construction Estimator to join their team onsite in Chappaqua, NY. This role partners closely with leadership to build accurate project budgets and guide early-stage planning, offering strong visibility and long-term growth within a collaborative environment.
What You'll Do as the Construction Estimator:
- Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates for multi-family construction projects
- Perform quantity take-offs and analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents
- Identify scope gaps and proactively account for missing elements in early-stage plans
- Evaluate subcontractor and vendor bids for accuracy and competitiveness
- Maintain and update estimating databases, cost histories, and documentation
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
- Support procurement efforts, including bid leveling and vendor coordination
- Stay informed on market pricing, material costs, and industry trends
Must-Haves as the Construction Estimator:
- 5 years of construction estimating experience
- Experience estimating multi-family or similar residential projects
- Strong proficiency in Excel and construction management software such as Procore
- Experience with take-off and estimating tools like Bluebeam or similar
- Solid analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Nice-to-Haves as the Construction Estimator:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience working in a growing or entrepreneurial construction environment
- Exposure to procurement or purchasing functions
- Familiarity with cost database development and maintenance
Our Client Offers:
- Competitive base salary of $120,000 - $160,000, depending on experience
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance coverage
- Paid time off
- A stable, team-oriented culture with strong leadership support
- Clear opportunity for career growth within a growing organization
Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
Salary : $120,000 - $175,000