Entry Level Senior Cost Estimator Jobs
New grad senior cost estimator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of takeoff work or a construction internship can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with employers like Schell Brothers, Google, and Parametrix hiring at this level now.
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- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance and other benefit options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to high-profile projects and career advancement paths
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
Key Responsibilities
- Review RFPs, drawings, and specifications for scope, accuracy, and completeness
- Identify scope changes, missing information, and potential risks
- Coordinate with PMs and Estimators to clarify client expectations
- Prepare accurate change order pricing based on updated scope or client directives
- Collaborate with Project Managers to validate scope and pricing
- Format proposals and ensure all required backup documentation is included
- Send RFQs to vendors, reps, and manufacturers
- Follow up on outstanding pricing and delivery information
- Track responses and maintain updated quote logs for each project
- Provide updates to the team to update the cost control bid board
- Save all relevant documents in company-standard share drive folders
- Ensure all files are properly named, organized, and accessible to team members
- Communicate with clients, GCs, or reps to clarify scope questions or resolve discrepancies
- Ensure timely and professional responses to external pricing inquiries
- Ensure all submitted pricing packages meet internal quality standards
- Double-check math, quantities, unit prices, and formatting before submission
- Maintain audit-ready records of all pricing events
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of experience in construction estimating
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Willingness to learn and grow within the role
- A positive, team-first attitude and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
- Experience in the construction or lighting industry a plus
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance and other benefit options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to high-profile projects and career advancement paths
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
Key Responsibilities
- Review RFPs, drawings, and specifications for scope, accuracy, and completeness
- Identify scope changes, missing information, and potential risks
- Coordinate with PMs and Estimators to clarify client expectations
- Prepare accurate change order pricing based on updated scope or client directives
- Collaborate with Project Managers to validate scope and pricing
- Format proposals and ensure all required backup documentation is included
- Send RFQs to vendors, reps, and manufacturers
- Follow up on outstanding pricing and delivery information
- Track responses and maintain updated quote logs for each project
- Provide updates to the team to update the cost control bid board
- Save all relevant documents in company-standard share drive folders
- Ensure all files are properly named, organized, and accessible to team members
- Communicate with clients, GCs, or reps to clarify scope questions or resolve discrepancies
- Ensure timely and professional responses to external pricing inquiries
- Ensure all submitted pricing packages meet internal quality standards
- Double-check math, quantities, unit prices, and formatting before submission
- Maintain audit-ready records of all pricing events
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of experience in construction estimating
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Willingness to learn and grow within the role
- A positive, team-first attitude and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
- Experience in the construction or lighting industry a plus
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
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Who's Hiring
- Schell Brothers4
- Google1
- Parametrix1
- Torch Technologies1
- Trinity Industries1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate5
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Manufacturing1
- Technology & Software1
- Artificial Intelligence1
Entry Level Senior Cost Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level senior cost estimator job?
Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for candidates with coursework or hands-on exposure in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, plus familiarity with quantity takeoffs and estimating software like Bluebeam or PlanSwift. A completed internship, a capstone project with real cost data, or even volunteer work on a construction site gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only have coursework to show.
Which companies hire entry level senior cost estimators?
Companies hiring entry level senior cost estimators right now include Schell Brothers, Google, and Parametrix, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. General contractors, specialty subcontractors, and engineering and construction management firms tend to be the most active employers at this level, since they have steady project pipelines that require building out estimating teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level senior cost estimator jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles in this field are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of early-career estimating work. About 20% of entry level senior cost estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, so candidates who need flexibility should filter specifically for those posting types rather than assuming the majority of openings offer it.
Are these new grad senior cost estimator jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles in cost estimating. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic project work in place of full-time history, or calls out a degree in construction, engineering, or a related field as the core qualification rather than requiring a demonstrated portfolio of completed bids.
Which industries hire the most entry level senior cost estimators?
Entry Level senior cost estimator roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because project volume creates a consistent need for junior estimators who can support senior staff on takeoffs, vendor quotes, and bid preparation before taking on independent scopes.