Estimator (1–3 Years Experience)

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Cost Estimator

Employment Category: Full-Time

Position Summary

NorthStar Estimating is looking for a Cost Estimator with 1 to 3 years of professional experience to become part of our team. This is a principal-led position that provides direct guidance and practical involvement in public-sector and institutional projects (covering K-12 schools, higher education, and healthcare facilities). The selected individual will take on meaningful responsibilities and have the chance to advance within a young, high-standard organization dedicated to precision and excellence.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in estimating, cost consulting, preconstruction, or a similar discipline.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or an equivalent field is preferred.
• Understanding of building drawings, specifications, and construction scope definitions.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with takeoff software is advantageous.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational abilities, and clear communication skills.
• Readiness to learn, assume ownership, and work with diligence and professionalism.
• An interest in public-sector and institutional assignments is a bonus.

We are seeking someone who is: reliable, thoughtful, well-organized, open to coaching, and dedicated to continuous improvement.

Duties

• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and design packages.
• Help create estimates at conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document stages.
• Examine drawings, narratives, and consultant documents to ensure scope alignment and coordination.
• Assist in organizing estimate workbooks, trade summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain logs for assumptions, exclusions, and allowances.
• Support pricing research and cost data compilation.
• Format estimate reports and proposal documents.
• Take part in internal reviews and quality assurance/quality control processes.
• Help maintain project files, templates, and estimating tools.

Required Materials

1. Your resume.
2. A short note describing your experience and interest in this position.

Submission Instructions

Please submit your resume along with a brief note about your experience and why you are interested in this role.

Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting.