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Estimator

New York, New York, United States

At Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Over the past 25+ years, we’ve built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it’s a flagship retail store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. As employee-owners, we’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands.  In 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by Engineering News Record (ENR).  Teamwork, accountability, professionalism, consistently driving for results…that’s how we Build Different.

We are seeking an experienced Estimator for our Midtown Manhattan office.  Estimators are responsible for accurately determining the total costs associated with a construction project by executing a detailed line-item budget for each trade. The ideal candidate must have an acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed conceptual budgets and estimating from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design and design development documents
  • Perform detailed take-offs of all trades.
  • Initiate and manage entire bid process (construction management and general contractor) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid package
  • Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors
  • Build and maintain vendor relationships
  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
  • Work collaboratively with field team to communicate deliverables and procurement schedules
  • Level subcontractor bid proposals for accuracy and scope gaps
  • Prepare scope of work documentation by division
  • Attend and lead subcontractor calls and meetings as needed
  • Conduct on-site walk-throughs as needed 

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in budgeting and estimating for commercial construction projects.  Both core & shell and commercial interior knowledge required
  • Retail construction experience preferred 
  • Proven ability to compile estimates and hard bid packages with trade breakdowns 
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to lead or participate meetings with subcontractors, clients, owners, and architects as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Ability to deliver to deadlines for multiple concurrent projects 
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of Tri-State subcontractor base

Technical Experience:

  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings
  • Ability to value engineer a project
  • Strong knowledge of MS Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Knowledge of On Screen Takeoff 
  • Knowledge of Sage/Timberline

 

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