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Senior Estimator, Federal Group

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.

NEW YORK, NYFull-time$142–204K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$142–204K/yr
Location
NEW YORK, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Senior Estimator, Federal Group leads estimating for complex, large-scale projects, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, value engineering, and subcontractor relations. The role analyzes project documents, prepares cost and labor estimates, manages bid solicitation and selection, and develops in-house budgets and GMPs. Federal bidding or estimating experience is desired but not required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAttention to DetailInitiativeProblem SolvingMultitaskingSelf-PrioritizationTeam CollaborationEstimatingMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft ExcelEstimating SoftwareMarket Pricing AnalysisFederal Bidding

Qualifications

BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management5+ Years Estimating Experience10+ Years Construction Experience

Full job description

Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Estimating Department: Estimating Reports to: Chief Estimator Supervisory Duties: Yes Salary Range: $142,000 - $204,000Lead all estimating efforts on the most complex and large-scale projects, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating. Responsibilities / Essential Functions * Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, and client expectations are exceeded throughout the duration of the project(s). * Build relationships to understand client, designer and subcontractor needs and expectations. * Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects. * Effectively facilitates collaboration amongst team members. * Effectively communicate with all stakeholders. * Participate in business development activities, presentations and interviews. * Prepare quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish a value for the work. * Understand the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner. * Prepare value engineering and risk analysis. * Prepare qualifications and assumptions for the estimate. * Prepare cost comparisons/reconcile with previous estimates. * Manage Subcontractor solicitation & selection process. * Prepare Exhibit B, and/or scope sheets. * Ensure quality control of bids and estimates. * Prepare an in-house budget and GMP. Key Skills * Strongverbal and written communication skills. * Extreme attention to detail required. * Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities. * Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize. * Motivated and driven. * Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.Required Experience * BS or MS in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating field. * 10+ years of experience in construction. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel. * Proficiency in specialized estimating software. * Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing. * Federal bidding/estimating experience strongly desired, but not required.An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Consigli provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,587 open Estimator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$142–204K/yr
  • New York median$101–149K/yr79 salary ranges
  • US median$95–151K/yr1,698 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $173K, is 36% above the New York median midpoint ($128K) — in the top quarter of Estimator salary ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 98 open Estimator jobs in New York and 2,587 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Estimator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 2,087 postings).
Education
393 of the 2,587 open Estimator jobs (15%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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