Senior Estimator

Company Overview
At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.
Job Summary
A Senior Estimator serves as a vital function in the growth of a construction company. The Senior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the total costs associated with a project. They review subcontractor bids to choose the most cost-effective option. A challenging position that requires fine attention to detail. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.
Responsibilities and Duties
Oversee the full lifecycle of project estimating, from preliminary concepts through completed bid packages
Prepare detailed conceptual budgets from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design, and design development documents
Perform detailed take-offs of all trades
Initiate and manage entire bid process (CM and GC) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid packages and assure accurate and proper submissions/proposals by all subcontractors
Accurately level all subcontractor bids
Negotiate and purchase all subcontractors including the issuance of purchase orders
Maintain vendor relationships
Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors
Interfacing with field team by communicating deliverable and procurement schedules
Interpret drawings and specifications to quantify scope and develop detailed projections for materials, labor, and overall project costs
Identify potential risks early and propose strategic, cost-efficient solutions to enhance overall project value
Contribute to client and internal meetings by presenting estimates and supporting value engineering discussions
Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and capture scope elements not reflected in contract documents
Guide and support junior estimators while helping refine processes and elevate team performance
Qualifications and Skills
Four-year degree and 7-10 years minimum experience in budgeting/estimating ground-up residential, hospitality, mixed use, and large-scale renovation projects
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and meet them
Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
Knowledge of New York City subcontractor base
Computer Systems
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required)
On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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