Entry Level Project Coordinator Estimator Jobs
New grad project coordinator estimator jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on portfolio can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with employers like Jobot, Caliber Collision, and Classic Collision hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Recently ranked as a best U.S. construction workplace by Fortune Magazine, MLJ Contracting is driven by passion and built on trust. When you work at MLJ, you work for a company that values your well-being, your talent, and your career aspirations. If you are looking for a fulfilling career, come join our family and turn big ideas into even bigger realities. As a premier general contractor in the heavy construction market, MLJ Contracting successfully performs major public works projects for client agencies across the New York city area. Proud of our quality workmanship and engaging projects, we always maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Want to build a career that stands the test of time? Join MLJ and lay the foundation for a better future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Estimator works both independently and collaboratively with executive management and project teams to estimate project costs for firm fixed-price bids, proposals, and change orders. The Junior Estimator leverages field experience, industry knowledge, and solid analytical skills to prepare accurate quantity take-offs. Fundamental to this role is the ability to make sound assumptions and identify gaps in construction documents.
Education/Certifications
- College degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field (or equivalent years’ experience).
Key Responsibilities
- Document Analysis: Conduct thorough reviews of architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to verify that all required bidding information is present.
- Quantity Take-Offs: Perform accurate quantity take-offs for select trades by analyzing project plans and specifications to support detailed cost estimates.
- Product Research: Research specified materials and products from a cost, availability, and constructability perspective.
- Subcontractor Outreach: Solicit subcontractor pricing and bids across various trades, assisting in the management of the subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Bid Leveling: Review, qualify, and level subcontractor proposals to ensure alignment with project specifications and scope requirements.
- Scope Preparation: Assist in itemizing trade-specific scopes of work and compiling comprehensive bid packages.
- Constructability & Value Engineering: Review progress documents for constructability issues, participate in discussions regarding alternative materials or details, and help price value engineering options.
- Scheduling & Production: Assist in preparing estimating production rates and preliminary project schedules for internal and client presentations.
- Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions to gather information on project objectives, permitting, and site constraints.
- Administrative Coordination: Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure timely distribution of bid documents and addenda to vendors and subcontractors.
- Confidentiality & Ad-Hoc Duties: Always maintain strict discretion and confidentiality regarding pricing and proprietary data and perform other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of construction estimating experience.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical construction, including signal systems.
- Software Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook); familiarity with HCSS HeavyBid estimating software and Primavera P6 is a plus.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams.
- Collaboration & Initiative: Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively with estimating colleagues as a dedicated team player.
- Time Management: Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet critical project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
This position is in-person Monday - Friday.
COMPENSATION
Final compensation will be based on a combination of:
- Relevant work experience
- Education
- Project size
- Project location
- Required working hours
- Candidate subject matter expertise and/or specialty
- Ability to be approved by agencies/owners as required
Final salary determination is negotiable.
INTRODUCTION
Recently ranked as a best U.S. construction workplace by Fortune Magazine, MLJ Contracting is driven by passion and built on trust. When you work at MLJ, you work for a company that values your well-being, your talent, and your career aspirations. If you are looking for a fulfilling career, come join our family and turn big ideas into even bigger realities. As a premier general contractor in the heavy construction market, MLJ Contracting successfully performs major public works projects for client agencies across the New York city area. Proud of our quality workmanship and engaging projects, we always maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Want to build a career that stands the test of time? Join MLJ and lay the foundation for a better future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Estimator works both independently and collaboratively with executive management and project teams to estimate project costs for firm fixed-price bids, proposals, and change orders. The Junior Estimator leverages field experience, industry knowledge, and solid analytical skills to prepare accurate quantity take-offs. Fundamental to this role is the ability to make sound assumptions and identify gaps in construction documents.
Education/Certifications
- College degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field (or equivalent years’ experience).
Key Responsibilities
- Document Analysis: Conduct thorough reviews of architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to verify that all required bidding information is present.
- Quantity Take-Offs: Perform accurate quantity take-offs for select trades by analyzing project plans and specifications to support detailed cost estimates.
- Product Research: Research specified materials and products from a cost, availability, and constructability perspective.
- Subcontractor Outreach: Solicit subcontractor pricing and bids across various trades, assisting in the management of the subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Bid Leveling: Review, qualify, and level subcontractor proposals to ensure alignment with project specifications and scope requirements.
- Scope Preparation: Assist in itemizing trade-specific scopes of work and compiling comprehensive bid packages.
- Constructability & Value Engineering: Review progress documents for constructability issues, participate in discussions regarding alternative materials or details, and help price value engineering options.
- Scheduling & Production: Assist in preparing estimating production rates and preliminary project schedules for internal and client presentations.
- Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions to gather information on project objectives, permitting, and site constraints.
- Administrative Coordination: Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure timely distribution of bid documents and addenda to vendors and subcontractors.
- Confidentiality & Ad-Hoc Duties: Always maintain strict discretion and confidentiality regarding pricing and proprietary data and perform other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of construction estimating experience.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical construction, including signal systems.
- Software Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook); familiarity with HCSS HeavyBid estimating software and Primavera P6 is a plus.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams.
- Collaboration & Initiative: Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively with estimating colleagues as a dedicated team player.
- Time Management: Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet critical project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
This position is in-person Monday - Friday.
COMPENSATION
Final compensation will be based on a combination of:
- Relevant work experience
- Education
- Project size
- Project location
- Required working hours
- Candidate subject matter expertise and/or specialty
- Ability to be approved by agencies/owners as required
Final salary determination is negotiable.
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Entry Level Project Coordinator Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level project coordinator estimator job?
Entry level project coordinator estimator roles prioritize candidates who can show familiarity with cost estimation tools, basic project scheduling, and document management. Internship experience, coursework in construction management or engineering, and proficiency with software like Bluebeam or ProCore give candidates a clear edge. A portfolio of academic or internship projects that demonstrates estimating or coordination work strengthens an application significantly at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level project coordinator estimators?
Companies hiring entry level project coordinator estimators right now include Jobot, Caliber Collision, and Classic Collision, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from general contractors, construction management firms, engineering consultancies, and infrastructure companies that run structured onboarding programs for junior talent.
Are there remote entry level project coordinator estimator jobs?
Yes, though most project coordinator estimator roles at the entry level involve some on-site or hybrid presence. About 12% of entry level project coordinator estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common in administrative estimation support, preconstruction coordination, and roles tied to software-focused or design-build firms.
Are these new grad project coordinator estimator jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internship hours or academic project work, and focuses on foundational skills like bid preparation, takeoff reading, or project tracking rather than independent leadership.
Which industries hire the most entry level project coordinator estimators?
Entry Level project coordinator estimator roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they run high volumes of concurrent projects that require dedicated coordination and cost tracking support, creating consistent entry points for candidates building their early careers.