Estimator

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