# Estimator, Program Lead - Company: [Schimenticonstructioncompany]() - Location: New York, New York, United States - Team: Estimating - Posted: April 14, 2026 ## Job description **We are seeking an experienced Estimator, Program Lead for our Preconstruction Team.**Estimators are responsible for accurately determining the total costs associated with a construction project by executing a detailed line-item budget for each trade. The ideal candidate must have an acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with fixed deadlines. **Responsibilities:** * Prepare detailed conceptual budgets and estimating from pre-construction, concept design, schematic design and design development documents * Execute detailed take-offs of all trades. Initiate and manage entire bid process (construction management and general contractor) inclusive of preparation of detailed bid package * Ensure accurate and proper submissions & proposals by all subcontractors * National, regional, and local subcontractor acquisition and prequalification for projects in new markets throughout the Northeast * Facilitate review and presentation of bids to internal project management partners and clients * Partnership with other Estimators and Estimating Coordinators supporting the Programs team to ensure accuracy and consistency of all bids * Collaboration with Project Managers to develop scope sheets and leveling sheets * Development of relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal partners * Collaborate with engineers, architects, clients, and subcontractors * Work collaboratively with field team to communicate deliverables and procurement schedules * Level subcontractor bid proposals for accuracy and scope gaps * Prepare scope of work documentation by division * Attend and lead subcontractor calls and meetings as needed * Conduct on-site walk-throughs as needed **Qualifications and Experience:** * 6+ years of experience in budgeting and Estimating for commercial construction projects. * Experience with open store remodels and store expansions for national big box retailers along with knowledge of multi-shift schedules * Experience with GMAX and/or GMP bidding strategies * Comprehensive subcontractor qualification and leveling * Proven ability to compile complete estimates and hard bid packages with trade breakdowns * Procurement and MS Project scheduling experience * Strong presentation skills and ability to lead or participate in meetings with subcontractors, clients, owners, and architects as needed * Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and deliver on deadlines for multiple concurrent projects * Excellent time management and organizational skills * Demonstrated proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications * Ability to value-engineer a project * College degree preferred or comparable professional experience * High proficiency in Microsoft Excel * Strong knowledge of MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook * Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, and Building Connected experience preferred ## Apply [Apply on Schimenticonstructioncompany]() Canonical job page: