Senior Commercial Estimator / Project Manager
$140,000–$150,000 year
On-siteGarwood, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to perform quantity takeoffs and prepare complete cost estimates for fencing, gate, and access control scopes. Solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing, identify scope gaps, and prepare proposals while tracking bid calendars and submission deadlines. Manage awarded projects from turnover through completion, overseeing budgets, procurement, schedules, and manpower while negotiating change orders. Mentor junior estimating staff and refine estimating procedures to maintain relationships with general contractors, developers, and owners. Work full-time on-site in Union County, New Jersey, Monday through Friday, 8:00 to 5:00, with a valid driver's license required. Base salary plus commission, with earnings ranging from $140,000 to $150,000.
Required Qualifications
- Five or more years of construction estimating experience
- Ideally with a specialty subcontractor
- Comfort pricing a high volume of small to mid-sized scopes rather than a limited number of large pursuits
- Working knowledge of both public and private bidding procedures
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural and site plans
- Strong blueprint reading and quantity takeoff skills
- Familiarity with commercial construction contracts and terms
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating or takeoff software
- Ability to work full time on site in Union County, New Jersey, 8:00 to 5:00, Monday through Friday
- Valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with fencing, gates, access control, guardrail, site work or comparable trade scopes
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