Chief Estimator
Company: Blue Ridge Executive Search
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Senior Estimator-New York City, New York Role Overview We are
looking for a Senior Estimator to head our building group out of
our Mount Vernon Office. Projects are in the Greater New York City
Area, and the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of
General Construction as well as the MEP trades and practices. The
Senior Estimator oversees the direction of an estimating team
within a group, office, or region. Develops and implements the
estimating business plans and activities. Organizes and manages the
execution of the cost estimate deliverable process from initial
client meeting through to final client acceptance. What you need to
win: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management.
Assigns and manages project staffing levels and workforce plans. At
least 10 years of experience in estimating, planning, or cost
engineering on engineering, procurement, and construction (MEP and
General Construction) projects. Ability to manage the development
of estimates from inception to completion, including developing an
achievable estimate plan, inclusive of budget, and leading the
estimating team in executing the estimate. Previous field
experience on large-scale ($500M) construction projects. Expertise
to ensure estimate quality and integrity, including incorporation
of lessons learned into the estimate. Must be highly articulate,
have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong
decision-making abilities. Demonstrated ability to establish the
conceptual scopes of estimates and studies when definition is not
available; applies experience and expert judgment to compensate for
undefined scope. Experienced with bid evaluations of cost and
schedule criteria and prepares bid evaluations. May participate in
discussions with vendors, and pricing discussions with senior
leadership. Effectively present review packages, including
analysis, to project team and business line management. Experience
identifying risks and participating in mitigation planning; can
assesses the uncertainties associated with productivity, material
pricing, wage rates and quantity variation. Experience preparing,
reviewing, and approving cash flow models and working capital
analyses. Assigns and manages project staffing levels and workforce
plans. Demonstrated ability to lead or direct discussions in
management reviews. Presents estimates to senior management and
clients. Experience establishing or updating estimating policies,
standards, procedures and training programs, including providing
input to Estimating Department policies that may apply across
national business units. Can develop and conduct estimating
training programs that include developing curricula and presenting
material. Knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction
functions customarily acquired through extensive experience in the
MEP Construction industry. What’s in it for you? Salary $200-400K
DOE Competitive bonus structure and benefits package Offices in
Mount Vernon, projects in Greater New York City Dynamic team
environment LET’S TALK! Blue Ridge Executive Search 5218 Brevard Rd
P.O. Box 1237 Etowah, NC 28729 Phone 828.891.9616 Fax 828.891.9617
www.blueridgesearch.net We work hard for our candidates. You want a
company that understands your industry and is willing to go the
extra mile. Blue Ridge Executive Search is that company. We have
successfully recruited and placed hundreds of candidates within the
construction industry.
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