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About the Role

Structure Tone, part of the STO Building Group, seeks a Senior Estimator for premium commercial interior projects in New York City. This role involves owning the estimating process from design through bid delivery for projects valued from $5M to $50M+.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned interior construction projects from conceptual stages through final bid delivery.
• Prepare progressive cost estimates as design documents evolve, covering all trades: architectural finishes, structural modifications, and full MEP/FP systems.
• Analyze architectural, engineering, and specification documents to accurately quantify scope, materials, labor, and associated costs.
• Develop clear, professional bid packages and scope analysis sheets for subcontractor solicitation and review.
• Solicit bids, perform thorough bid leveling, and validate against NYC codes, quality standards, schedules, and safety protocols.
• Proactively identify risks and recommend cost-effective alternatives to maximize client value.
• Lead kickoff and closeout meetings to ensure a smooth transition of data to operations, project management, and accounting.
• Provide continued support through project execution, including RFI pricing, change order development, and subcontract negotiations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in meetings, present estimates, and facilitate value engineering sessions for approval.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of the estimating department.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–10 years of estimating experience, with a significant focus on commercial interior projects.
• Proven success preparing detailed estimates for $5M+ interior projects, ideally within the New York City market.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with digital takeoff platforms (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Destini, etc.) is strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of NYC construction practices, building codes, materials, labor rates, and sequencing.
• Strong analytical mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent negotiation/communication skills.
• Must be able and willing to work onsite daily in our Manhattan office.

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Digital takeoff platforms
• Analytical mindset
• Attention to detail
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills

Location

• New York, NY (Manhattan)

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Senior
• 5-10 years

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).

Salary/Compensations

• $140,000 – $200,000+
• Performance bonuses

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
• Time Away Benefits
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

• Structure Tone, part of the STO Building Group family of Companies, provides a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization.
• The STO Building Group family of companies includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland.

Equal Opportunity

• We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.