Construction Estimator

STRUCTURAL

Estimator for PULLMAN assessing complex self-performed construction projects in New Jersey. Responsible for preparing estimates, analyzing drawings, and understanding project management processes.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeUnion • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Estimating complex self-performed construction projects
Preparing estimates by analyzing drawings and performing quantity take-offs
Developing RFI’s and leveraging potential solutions
Sourcing material price lists and determining labor productions and costs
Reviewing historical data and compiling summary reports
Attending and leading descope meetings with building owners and clients
Understanding the project management and how estimates drive that process
Data entry, updating, and tracking opportunity updates and subcontract information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
3-5 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in concrete repair projects
Ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $1-5 Million
Prior experience to estimate up to 5 projects directly
Ability to evaluate, quantify and capture specification requirements
Prior experience working with terms & conditions in construction contracts
Strong understanding of the greater New York City construction market (DOB regulations)
Familiarity with New York State and New Jersey market preferred
Previous experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development
Demonstrated construction math and computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, OST, and BlueBeam
Ability to read blue prints
Ability to travel 10-20%
Experience attending walkthroughs, identifying priority information, risks and opportunities

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical and dental insurance
401(k)
paid holidays & vacation
tuition reimbursement
career development and growth opportunities
caring work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

construction estimatingquantity take-offsdata entryconstruction mathblue print readingevaluating specificationscost analysisproject management

Soft Skills

teamworkclient relationship managementbusiness developmentcommunicationleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Construction Management