Junior Estimator

The role

The Junior Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating total project costs. They review subcontractor bids and compute cost factors for planning, bidding, and vendor selection.

What you will do

• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Prepare estimates for Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents stages.
• Consult with architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimate costs of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Provide an itemized hard and soft cost breakdown for client approval.
• Review design documents for accurate pricing, value engineering, and life cycle costing.
• Ensure estimates comply with construction contracts and corporate guidelines.
• Partner with the operations team to review plans for constructability and general requirements.
• Research and develop sources and vendors for cost information.
• Maintain knowledge of construction code trends.

Required qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience in the Construction Industry
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and meet them
• Proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Nice to have

• On-Screen Takeoff

About the company

JRM is a leading employee-owned General Contracting and Construction Management Firm with over a decade of experience. Headquartered in New York City, the firm delivers services to various clients including government agencies and Fortune 500 corporations.