Construction Estimator Jobs in New York
Construction Estimator jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and large-scale residential development, with openings at every level from junior estimator through senior project estimator. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where established firms like Turner Construction, Skanska, and AECOM maintain significant regional operations. Civil and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) estimating are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.
Construction Estimator – Structural / Concrete Restoration
Location: Hawthorne, NJ (NY General Repair Division)
About NY General Repair:
New York General Repair (NYGR) is a key division of STRUCTURAL, delivering high-performance structural repair and restoration solutions throughout the greater New York City metro region. Partnering with building owners, engineers, and property managers, NYGR specializes in protecting and restoring complex structures in some of the region’s most demanding environments. With offices in New York City and northern New Jersey, our team brings deep local expertise and a proven track record of successfully delivering challenging restoration projects.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our New York General Repair division based in Hawthorne, NJ. This role focuses on self-performed structural and concrete restoration work across a range of complex projects that enhance the durability and longevity of critical infrastructure and commercial structures.
The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates strong communication skills, sound judgment under deadlines, leadership capability through mentoring and team development, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
This role offers visibility across both preconstruction and project execution, with the opportunity to influence pursuit strategy and project outcomes.
Typical project scopes include concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing, masonry restoration.
Key Responsibilities
As a Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of estimating and preconstruction activities, including:
- Preparing comprehensive cost estimates by performing detailed quantity takeoffs, applying labor productivity and production rate analysis, procuring material and equipment pricing, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals, and integrating all project cost components into a complete and accurate estimate.
- Developing conceptual, budgetary, and final bid estimates while defining and quantifying project scope based on drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure full scope coverage and risk identification.
- Developing preliminary construction schedules, including sequencing, phasing, and duration assumptions, to support pricing accuracy and bid strategy.
- Leading bid review meetings with internal stakeholders to align on pursuit strategy, validate pricing assumptions, and ensure comprehensive and accurate final submissions.
- Developing comprehensive proposals, including clearly defined scopes of work, project approach, and detailed inclusions and exclusions to ensure clarity, completeness, and risk mitigation.
- Proactively engaging with clients and industry partners throughout the bid process to obtain feedback, strengthen relationships, and support ongoing business development efforts.
- Collaborating with operations, project management, and field teams to ensure smooth project handoff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of progressive estimating experience, with strong preference for candidates experienced in self-performed concrete restoration, structural repair, or specialty contracting.
- Proven ability to estimate projects up to $10M+ in value.
- Experience managing multiple estimates concurrently, including mentoring or supporting junior estimators.
- Demonstrated advanced expertise in concrete repair and restoration methodologies, productivity-driven estimating for self-performed work, construction contract analysis and risk allocation, and a comprehensive understanding of the NY/NJ construction market, including pricing dynamics and key stakeholder relationships.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, industry-standard estimating software (e.g., OST, Bluebeam, or similar), and the interpretation of construction drawings and specifications.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10–20%.
Career Growth & Compensation
This position offers a clearly defined career progression within the estimating organization, providing opportunities to advance into Senior Estimator roles and assume increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.
Compensation includes:
- Competitive base salary.
- Performance-based bonus structure tied to project success.
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership within the estimating team.
- Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, etc.
Additionally we offer:
Opportunities to work on complex, self-performed structural repair and restoration projects that extend the life of critical infrastructure and commercial assets. Our organization is a recognized industry leader, driven by a long-standing commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, and supported by a collaborative culture that fosters strong partnerships across estimating, operations, and field teams and reinforces long-term client relationships.
Salary range: 115-155K (commensurate upon experience)
EOE/M/F/D/V
STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
INTRODUCTION
STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.
Construction Estimator – Structural / Concrete Restoration
Location: Hawthorne, NJ (NY General Repair Division)
About NY General Repair:
New York General Repair (NYGR) is a key division of STRUCTURAL, delivering high-performance structural repair and restoration solutions throughout the greater New York City metro region. Partnering with building owners, engineers, and property managers, NYGR specializes in protecting and restoring complex structures in some of the region’s most demanding environments. With offices in New York City and northern New Jersey, our team brings deep local expertise and a proven track record of successfully delivering challenging restoration projects.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our New York General Repair division based in Hawthorne, NJ. This role focuses on self-performed structural and concrete restoration work across a range of complex projects that enhance the durability and longevity of critical infrastructure and commercial structures.
The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates strong communication skills, sound judgment under deadlines, leadership capability through mentoring and team development, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
This role offers visibility across both preconstruction and project execution, with the opportunity to influence pursuit strategy and project outcomes.
Typical project scopes include concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing, masonry restoration.
Key Responsibilities
As a Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of estimating and preconstruction activities, including:
- Preparing comprehensive cost estimates by performing detailed quantity takeoffs, applying labor productivity and production rate analysis, procuring material and equipment pricing, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals, and integrating all project cost components into a complete and accurate estimate.
- Developing conceptual, budgetary, and final bid estimates while defining and quantifying project scope based on drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure full scope coverage and risk identification.
- Developing preliminary construction schedules, including sequencing, phasing, and duration assumptions, to support pricing accuracy and bid strategy.
- Leading bid review meetings with internal stakeholders to align on pursuit strategy, validate pricing assumptions, and ensure comprehensive and accurate final submissions.
- Developing comprehensive proposals, including clearly defined scopes of work, project approach, and detailed inclusions and exclusions to ensure clarity, completeness, and risk mitigation.
- Proactively engaging with clients and industry partners throughout the bid process to obtain feedback, strengthen relationships, and support ongoing business development efforts.
- Collaborating with operations, project management, and field teams to ensure smooth project handoff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of progressive estimating experience, with strong preference for candidates experienced in self-performed concrete restoration, structural repair, or specialty contracting.
- Proven ability to estimate projects up to $10M+ in value.
- Experience managing multiple estimates concurrently, including mentoring or supporting junior estimators.
- Demonstrated advanced expertise in concrete repair and restoration methodologies, productivity-driven estimating for self-performed work, construction contract analysis and risk allocation, and a comprehensive understanding of the NY/NJ construction market, including pricing dynamics and key stakeholder relationships.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, industry-standard estimating software (e.g., OST, Bluebeam, or similar), and the interpretation of construction drawings and specifications.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10–20%.
Career Growth & Compensation
This position offers a clearly defined career progression within the estimating organization, providing opportunities to advance into Senior Estimator roles and assume increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.
Compensation includes:
- Competitive base salary.
- Performance-based bonus structure tied to project success.
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and leadership within the estimating team.
- Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, etc.
Additionally we offer:
Opportunities to work on complex, self-performed structural repair and restoration projects that extend the life of critical infrastructure and commercial assets. Our organization is a recognized industry leader, driven by a long-standing commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, and supported by a collaborative culture that fosters strong partnerships across estimating, operations, and field teams and reinforces long-term client relationships.
Salary range: 115-155K (commensurate upon experience)
EOE/M/F/D/V
STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
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Construction Estimator Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot8
- Arcadis2
- MLJ Contracting2
- Sika2
- Structure Tone2
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate16
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Staffing & Recruiting8
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Manufacturing2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction estimator jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Timberline
- Three or more years of experience estimating commercial or infrastructure projects
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
- Familiarity with New York City building codes and Division of Buildings requirements
- Professional certification such as Certified Professional Estimator or LEED accreditation preferred
Construction Estimator Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction estimator in New York?
Most construction estimators in New York enter the field with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, followed by hands-on experience in a project coordination or field role. New York does not require a state-issued license specifically for estimators, but employers in New York City often expect familiarity with the New York City Building Code and Department of Buildings processes. Earning a Certified Professional Estimator credential through the American Society of Professional Estimators strengthens candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire construction estimators in New York?
Employers hiring construction estimators in New York right now include Jobot, Arcadis, and MLJ Contracting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense pipeline of commercial towers, public infrastructure projects, and institutional construction keeps large general contractors and specialty subcontractors hiring estimators on an ongoing basis.
Which New York cities have the most construction estimator jobs?
New York, Amherst, and Rochester are the New York cities with the most construction estimator openings. New York City dominates due to its continuous commercial and mixed-use development activity, while Buffalo and Albany generate consistent demand through public infrastructure investment, university expansions, and state-funded capital projects that require dedicated estimating staff at regional contractors and engineering firms.
Are there remote construction estimator jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because the role often requires site visits, in-person bid reviews, and coordination with project teams on the ground. About 9% of construction estimator openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most flexibility concentrated in the early bid-preparation and document-review phases of the estimating cycle.
How can I get hired as a construction estimator in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer, estimating coordinator, or field engineer at a general contractor or specialty subcontractor in New York City or Albany, where large firms regularly hire candidates with a construction management degree and no commercial estimating experience. Turner Construction and Skanska both run structured associate programs in their New York offices that rotate early-career hires through estimating, scheduling, and project controls. Building proficiency in Bluebeam or PlanSwift before applying gives candidates a tangible edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to construction estimator jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to construction estimator jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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