Entry Level Construction Estimator Jobs

New grad construction estimator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of takeoffs and bid estimates can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jobot, CMES, and Havenside hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJobot
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type95% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Senior Low Voltage Estimator - Data Center Construction
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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
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Senior Low Voltage Estimator - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
San Francisco, California
Project Management
Security & Protective Services
Technical Program Management
$130k - $160k/yr
Remote (US)
201-500

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New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development
Cost Estimator (General Construction) for the Division of Building and Land Development Services
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New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development
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Cost Estimator (General Construction) for the Division of Building and Land Development Services
New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development
New York, New York
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Project Management
$79k - $91k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology
201-500

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Estimator - Construction and Infrastructure Projects
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Estimator - Construction and Infrastructure Projects
McKinsey & Company
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Construction Estimator
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Construction Estimator
Ironmark Building Company
Mesa, Arizona
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management

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Havenside
Residential Construction Estimator
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Havenside
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Residential Construction Estimator
Havenside
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Construction Management
Project Management
$60k - $70k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Entry Level Construction Estimator Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot
    Jobot5
  • CMES
    CMES1
  • Havenside
    Havenside1
  • Brightview
    Brightview1
  • Michael Page
    Michael Page1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting6
  • Construction & Real Estate5
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Energy2
  • Manufacturing1

Entry Level Construction Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level construction estimator job?

Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or volunteer estimating work on small projects. Employers at this level look for familiarity with takeoff software, basic blueprint reading, and a working understanding of material and labor costs. A portfolio showing real bid documents, quantity surveys, or class projects gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only list coursework on their resume.

Which companies hire entry level construction estimators?

Companies hiring entry level construction estimators right now include Jobot, CMES, and Havenside, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. General contractors, specialty subcontractors, and construction management firms tend to hire the most at this level, often bringing in new estimators to support senior staff on larger bids.

Are there remote entry level construction estimator jobs?

Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid rather than fully remote. About 5% of entry level construction estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, meaning a portion of roles offer schedule flexibility even for candidates just starting out. On-site experience is still common because early-career estimators benefit from direct access to project teams and field conditions.

Are these new grad construction estimator jobs?

Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior construction estimator roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, co-op rotations, or a portfolio of student project work in place of full professional history. Look for listings that mention training programs, mentorship, or degree requirements without a strict experience minimum.

Which industries hire the most entry level construction estimators?

Entry Level construction estimator roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because project volume requires dedicated estimating support, and firms in these industries regularly onboard junior estimators to build their pipeline of trained talent.