{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f92aff9dbdcdd0dc2ac89618","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f92aff9dbdcdd0dc2ac89618","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f92aff9dbdcdd0dc2ac89618","title":"Construction Estimator and Bid controller","description":"Estimator and Bid controller in Brooklyn, NY\nSalary: $65,000 – $75,000 per year\nPosition Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our growing construction team. This role is responsible for leading the bidding process, preparing accurate cost estimates, managing procurement activities, and supporting construction and maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in retail construction estimating, vendor negotiations, and cost control while working in a fast-paced environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nPrepare, review, and submit competitive bids for construction and refurbishment projects.\nPerform detailed cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and value engineering analyses.\nLead the bid leveling process and support contract award decisions.\nMonitor project costs against approved budgets, tracking change orders, cost overruns, and budget variances.\nNegotiate pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions with manufacturers, suppliers, and subcontractors.\nDevelop and maintain relationships with vendors and manufacturers to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.\nBuild and maintain an organized database of vendors, suppliers, pricing, and procurement records.\nPrepare estimates and quotations to support maintenance projects and operational purchasing needs.\nMaintain accurate records of bids, purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements.\nCollaborate with construction, maintenance, procurement, and accounting teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.\nMonitor market pricing trends and material costs to maintain competitive and accurate estimates.\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum of 4 years of experience in construction estimating, procurement, or cost control.\nExperience preparing and evaluating bids submitted to General Contractors (GCs).\nStrong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes.\nProven experience negotiating with vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors.\nAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and project specifications.\nAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with estimating or cost-control software is preferred.\nExcellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids and projects simultaneously.\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nBilingual English and Spanish is strongly preferred.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree or professional degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with retail construction projects.\nBackground in procurement, purchasing, or vendor management.\nKnowledge of value engineering principles.\nExperience supporting both construction and maintenance operations.\nKey Skills\nConstruction estimating\nCost analysis and budgeting\nQuantity take-offs\nVendor and subcontractor negotiations\nProcurement and purchasing\nContract administration\nCost control\nConstruction drawings and specifications\nMicrosoft Excel\nEstimating software\nOrganization and time management\nAttention to detail\nDecision-making\nCommunication and collaboration\nBilingual English/Spanish (preferred)\nCompensation\nCompetitive benefits package\nCareer growth opportunities\nCollaborative team environment","company":"Shiv Software Experts","rawCompany":"shiv software experts","city":"Brooklyn","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-11T16:31:20.462Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1051.00","title":"Cost Estimators","slug":"cost-estimators"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Construction Estimator and Bid controller","description":"Estimator and Bid controller in Brooklyn, NY\nSalary: $65,000 – $75,000 per year\nPosition Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our growing construction team. This role is responsible for leading the bidding process, preparing accurate cost estimates, managing procurement activities, and supporting construction and maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in retail construction estimating, vendor negotiations, and cost control while working in a fast-paced environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nPrepare, review, and submit competitive bids for construction and refurbishment projects.\nPerform detailed cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and value engineering analyses.\nLead the bid leveling process and support contract award decisions.\nMonitor project costs against approved budgets, tracking change orders, cost overruns, and budget variances.\nNegotiate pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions with manufacturers, suppliers, and subcontractors.\nDevelop and maintain relationships with vendors and manufacturers to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.\nBuild and maintain an organized database of vendors, suppliers, pricing, and procurement records.\nPrepare estimates and quotations to support maintenance projects and operational purchasing needs.\nMaintain accurate records of bids, purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements.\nCollaborate with construction, maintenance, procurement, and accounting teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.\nMonitor market pricing trends and material costs to maintain competitive and accurate estimates.\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum of 4 years of experience in construction estimating, procurement, or cost control.\nExperience preparing and evaluating bids submitted to General Contractors (GCs).\nStrong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes.\nProven experience negotiating with vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors.\nAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and project specifications.\nAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with estimating or cost-control software is preferred.\nExcellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids and projects simultaneously.\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nBilingual English and Spanish is strongly preferred.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree or professional degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with retail construction projects.\nBackground in procurement, purchasing, or vendor management.\nKnowledge of value engineering principles.\nExperience supporting both construction and maintenance operations.\nKey Skills\nConstruction estimating\nCost analysis and budgeting\nQuantity take-offs\nVendor and subcontractor negotiations\nProcurement and purchasing\nContract administration\nCost control\nConstruction drawings and specifications\nMicrosoft Excel\nEstimating software\nOrganization and time management\nAttention to detail\nDecision-making\nCommunication and collaboration\nBilingual English/Spanish (preferred)\nCompensation\nCompetitive benefits package\nCareer growth opportunities\nCollaborative team environment","datePosted":"2026-08-11T16:31:20.462Z","dateModified":"2026-08-11T16:31:20.462Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Shiv Software Experts","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Brooklyn","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f92aff9dbdcdd0dc2ac89618"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f92aff9dbdcdd0dc2ac89618"}}