Junior Estimator
The Junior Estimator at Confidential Client supports the Electronic Security Division by preparing accurate and competitive project cost estimates. This entry-level role involves reviewing technical project documents, identifying materials and labor needs, and collaborating with multiple teams to assist in proposal development. It offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in electronic security systems and construction project estimating within a leading technology systems integrator.
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Overview
Confidential client is seeking a Junior Project/Cost Estimator to join its Electronic Security & Systems Integration team in New York, NY. This is an entry-level, full-time estimating role ideal for recent graduates or professionals looking to begin a career in electronic security, low-voltage systems, and systems integration.
Estimated pay: $69,873 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Work with Operations, Business Development, Design, and Estimating teams to prepare accurate, competitive project estimates.
- Review project drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and other requirements to identify materials, labor, and project needs.
- Assist in preparing complete cost estimates and proposals for electronic security and systems-integration projects.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and basic cost-modeling using spreadsheets and internal estimating tools.
- Document assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications for proposals.
- Support post-bid reconciliation and lessons-learned activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with technical information and drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to document estimating assumptions and interact with project teams.
- Comfortable using spreadsheets (Excel) and learning estimating software/tools.
- Eagerness to learn electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection) and construction estimating processes.
Preferred (not required):
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- Prior coursework or experience in estimating, project coordination, construction, low-voltage systems, or electronic security.
- Familiarity with access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, or integrated systems.
Why Join
- Entry-level opportunity with structured learning and mentorship on estimating and systems-integration projects.
- Exposure to projects across corporate, education, healthcare, and government sectors.
- Work for a large, multi-regional engineering and systems-integration organization — strong potential for career growth.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: New York, NY (on-site / local)
- Employment type: Full-time
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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