Junior Estimator

Junior EstimatorLocation: Brooklyn, NYEmployment Type: Full-TimeSalary: $75,000 - $100,000We are working with a well-established mechanical and civil contractor based in Brooklyn, NY, with four decades of experience delivering critical infrastructure work across New York City. The company self-performs public works, wastewater, institutional, and heavy mechanical projects for city and state agencies and has built a growing backlog on the strength of finishing what it starts. Despite its scale, it runs like a close-knit, family-oriented team rather than a large corporate shop, with a field-first operating philosophy summed up internally as "the field drives the bus." As bid volume grows, the company is adding a Junior Estimator to its preconstruction team to increase estimating capacity, keep bids consistent and on time, and free up senior estimators to focus on higher-value work.This is a true entry point into mechanical estimating. You will handle takeoffs, quotes, and bid assembly under the guidance of experienced estimators, and take on more scopes and bid sections as you prove yourself. The right person is hungry, technical, and coachable, and wants to learn the trade from the ground up with a team that will invest in them.What You'll DoPerform quantity takeoffs for mechanical scopes, including piping, valves, equipment, and pipe supportsOrganize and manage bid documents, making sure drawings, specifications, and addenda are current and every estimate reflects the latest informationRequest, track, and follow up on vendor and subcontractor quotesLevel quotes side by side and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and overlapsAssist with bid assembly, including scope sheets, clarifications, qualifications, and pricing tabsHelp prepare bid forms and required documentation for public sector bidsTrack bid deadlines and help keep multiple bids moving at the same timeMaintain clean, complete, well-organized estimating files in company systemsSupport the handoff of awarded work to Operations with clearly defined scopeWork closely with senior estimators to learn pricing, labor, and bid strategyClearly explain and stand behind your takeoff methodologyTake ownership of more scopes and bid sections over timeWhat You'll Bring0 to 3 years of construction or estimating experienceTrade school, Construction Management or Engineering graduates, and candidates with small contractor experience all welcomeProficiency in Bluebeam or similar takeoff softwareAbility to read construction drawings and specifications; MEP experience strongly preferredMechanical, plumbing, or piping exposure a plusStrong attention to detail and organizationA sense of urgency and comfort working to hard deadlines, with quote turnaround measured in hours, not daysLow ego and a genuine willingness to learnA process-driven mindset and comfort working within structured systemsSolid Excel skillsHow Success Is MeasuredTakeoff accuracy within 5% varianceQuote turnaround within 24 to 48 hoursZero missed bid deadlinesClean, organized bid filesGrowing independence across scopesWhat You'll GainSalary range of $75,000 - $100,000 based on experienceComprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) retirement planPaid time off, 5 days in your first year and 10 days annually after thatA clear career path from Junior Estimator to Estimator I, Estimator II, and Senior EstimatorIncreasing ownership of scopes and bid sections as your skills growHands-on mentorship from experienced estimators on pricing, labor, and bid strategyThe stability of a growing backlog of public agency work backed by a company with four decades of infrastructure experience across New York CityA close-knit, family-style culture where people build long careers rather than move through as a numberReal investment in your development, with ongoing training as the company takes on more complex workThe tangible, public impact of work on the infrastructure that keeps New York City runningAt Framework, we keep it simple: we connect great people with great builders. We're not just filling seats - we're helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we're honest, we follow through, and we never push roles that aren't the right fit. We take the time to understand where you're coming from and where you want to go.The builders we represent are more than just clients to us. Many of them are friends and longtime partners. If we wouldn't feel confident working for them ourselves, we wouldn't introduce them to the people who trust us with their careers.On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal - both in skill and character. They'll tell you we just get it. We're proud to be the kind of recruiters who do what's right, not what's easy, and we make sure it's a win for everyone involved.