Senior Estimator
GH Engage · Hauppauge, New York, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Senior Construction Estimator | Commercial Construction (Long Island) Long Island, NY · Full-Time · On-Site · $150,000 to $200,000 + Full Benefits
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
A Long Island-based commercial construction and development firm (over five decades in business, family-founded, and growing) is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction and help shape how the company pursues and wins work.
This is a leadership seat, not a desk in the corner. You’ll run complex estimates from conceptual budget through final bid across a genuinely varied portfolio, with real influence over the systems, cost data, and strategy behind every pursuit. They’re clear about it: they’re not looking for someone to just put numbers together, they want someone who thinks critically, flags risk early, creates value for clients, and helps drive the business forward.
Why this role A true leadership position in preconstruction, with a direct line to Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership Real sector variety: industrial, multifamily, education, hospitality, self-storage, office, and commercial, so you’re not estimating the same box twice A mandate to build: help develop the estimating systems, processes, and historical cost database as the company scales Stability and momentum together: a family-founded firm with 50+ years behind it and a growing pipeline ahead A culture that runs on accountability, transparency, and teamwork, with a stated focus on a world-class client experience
What you’ll doLead estimating and preconstruction for commercial projects across multiple sectorsPrepare conceptual, schematic, GMP, negotiated, and hard-bid estimatesRun comprehensive quantity takeoffs and scope analysisReview drawings, specs, and documents for completeness, constructability, and riskSolicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor proposalsDevelop value engineering recommendations and cost-saving strategiesSupport budgeting, procurement, and subcontractor buyoutsJoin client, preconstruction, and design coordination meetingsMentor junior estimators and build up the estimating teamStrengthen subcontractor and vendor relationshipsHelp build and improve estimating systems and historical cost data
What you bring10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (preferred)Strong grasp of construction means and methods across multiple asset classesAbility to run large, complex estimates independentlySharp analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsConfidence managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExperience with conceptual estimating, GMP development, and value engineeringProficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating softwareExcellent communication and leadership skillsBachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
Compensation & benefits $150,000 to $200,000 · Health, dental & vision · 401(k) · Paid time off
What they valueFocus · Reliability · Integrity · Transparency · Tenacity
Interested? xzbcwsv Apply directly, or reach out for a confidential conversation about the role, the pipeline, and the company.
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
A Long Island-based commercial construction and development firm (over five decades in business, family-founded, and growing) is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction and help shape how the company pursues and wins work.
This is a leadership seat, not a desk in the corner. You’ll run complex estimates from conceptual budget through final bid across a genuinely varied portfolio, with real influence over the systems, cost data, and strategy behind every pursuit. They’re clear about it: they’re not looking for someone to just put numbers together, they want someone who thinks critically, flags risk early, creates value for clients, and helps drive the business forward.
Why this role A true leadership position in preconstruction, with a direct line to Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership Real sector variety: industrial, multifamily, education, hospitality, self-storage, office, and commercial, so you’re not estimating the same box twice A mandate to build: help develop the estimating systems, processes, and historical cost database as the company scales Stability and momentum together: a family-founded firm with 50+ years behind it and a growing pipeline ahead A culture that runs on accountability, transparency, and teamwork, with a stated focus on a world-class client experience
What you’ll doLead estimating and preconstruction for commercial projects across multiple sectorsPrepare conceptual, schematic, GMP, negotiated, and hard-bid estimatesRun comprehensive quantity takeoffs and scope analysisReview drawings, specs, and documents for completeness, constructability, and riskSolicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor proposalsDevelop value engineering recommendations and cost-saving strategiesSupport budgeting, procurement, and subcontractor buyoutsJoin client, preconstruction, and design coordination meetingsMentor junior estimators and build up the estimating teamStrengthen subcontractor and vendor relationshipsHelp build and improve estimating systems and historical cost data
What you bring10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (preferred)Strong grasp of construction means and methods across multiple asset classesAbility to run large, complex estimates independentlySharp analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsConfidence managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExperience with conceptual estimating, GMP development, and value engineeringProficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating softwareExcellent communication and leadership skillsBachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
Compensation & benefits $150,000 to $200,000 · Health, dental & vision · 401(k) · Paid time off
What they valueFocus · Reliability · Integrity · Transparency · Tenacity
Interested? xzbcwsv Apply directly, or reach out for a confidential conversation about the role, the pipeline, and the company.
Details
| Company | GH Engage |
| Location | Hauppauge, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | hr |
| Experience | permanent |