Sr. Construction Estimator

Posted 5 days ago

kulka groupHauppauge (NY)

Construction Managers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$150,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

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About the role

Pay: $150,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Job description: The Kulka Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Estimator to join our growing commercial construction team. This is a leadership role within our preconstruction department and a critical position within the company. We are looking for someone who has strong technical estimating knowledge, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead and manage complex commercial construction estimates from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, solution-driven, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

Lead the estimating and preconstruction process for commercial construction projects across multiple sectors
Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, GMP, negotiated, and hard bid estimates
Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs and scope analysis
Review drawings, specifications, and project documents for completeness, constructability, and potential risk
Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor proposals
Develop value engineering recommendations and cost-saving strategies
Assist with budgeting, procurement and subcontractor buyouts
Participate in client meetings, preconstruction meetings, and design coordination discussions
Mentor and assist junior estimators and estimating staff
Maintain and strengthen subcontractor and vendor relationships
Collaborate closely with Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership teams
Help develop and improve estimating systems, processes, and historical cost databases

Qualifications:

10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred
Strong understanding of construction means and methods across multiple asset classes
Ability to prepare and manage large, complex estimates independently
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software platforms
Experience with conceptual estimating, GMP development, and value engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred

What We ValueAt Kulka, we place a major emphasis on professionalism, accountability, communication, teamwork, and delivering a world-class client experience. We are looking for individuals who take ownership, think strategically, and want to help build and improve systems as the company continues to grow. We are not simply looking for someone to put numbers together — we are looking for someone who can think critically, identify risk, create value for clients, and help drive the long-term success of the organization. About KulkaKulka is a Long Island-based commercial construction and development company with over 52 years in business, specializing in industrial, multifamily, educational, hospitality, self-storage, office, and commercial construction projects. Our Core ValuesFocusReliabilityIntegrityTransparencyTenacityBuild Your Dream

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience: Construction estimating: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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