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Junior Estimator at DLC Management Corp. in Elmsford, NY
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeElmsford, NY$60k–$70k/yr
Skills
microsoft excelprocoreconstruction planssharepoint
Job Description
Why Renovo:
Renovo Construction is a General Contractor business created by DLC in 2021. Since Renovo is an affiliate company of DLC, a leading owner and operator of shopping centers, we have access to a pipeline of continual business with some of the world’s most iconic brands including Starbucks, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Homegoods, Burlington, Ross, AspenDental & Wellnow. More on DLC below! The business plan is to grow Renovo into a $100M+/yr General Contractor executing projects both internally and for external clients. Renovo is a people-driven company that hires top talent and works with best-in-class partners.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join our construction team as a Junior Estimator. This is an entry-level position with a clear growth path, designed for someone eager to develop a long-term career in construction. Working directly under the guidance of the VP of Construction, the Junior Estimator will be exposed to all facets of pre-construction, estimating, and construction operations within a General Contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Skills:
Soft Skills & Attributes:
The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $70,000. The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law.
Renovo Construction is a General Contractor business created by DLC in 2021. Since Renovo is an affiliate company of DLC, a leading owner and operator of shopping centers, we have access to a pipeline of continual business with some of the world’s most iconic brands including Starbucks, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Homegoods, Burlington, Ross, AspenDental & Wellnow. More on DLC below! The business plan is to grow Renovo into a $100M+/yr General Contractor executing projects both internally and for external clients. Renovo is a people-driven company that hires top talent and works with best-in-class partners.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join our construction team as a Junior Estimator. This is an entry-level position with a clear growth path, designed for someone eager to develop a long-term career in construction. Working directly under the guidance of the VP of Construction, the Junior Estimator will be exposed to all facets of pre-construction, estimating, and construction operations within a General Contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in reviewing construction drawings to identify scopes of work for all trades.
- Support in the creation, distribution, and follow-up of Requests for Quotes to subcontractors.
- Collect, organize, and track all bids, proposals, and related documents during the bidding and buyout phases.
- Maintain accurate and timely updates of all bid-related and project information in shared systems or spreadsheets.
- Provide daily progress reports to the VP of Construction.
- Coordinate and update internal databases, ensuring version control and accessibility across projects.
- Assist in evaluating subcontractor qualifications and bid compliance.
- Attend and take notes during internal pre-bid meetings, site visits, and proposal reviews.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure alignment between preconstruction estimates and project execution.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions.
Technical Skills:
- Bachelor's degree (Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related fields)
- Prior experience or internship in construction or estimating (preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas, data organization).
- Willingness and ability to quickly learn new software platforms (i.e. Procore)
- Basic understanding of construction plans and documents (preferred)
- Familiarity with cloud storage tools (i.e. SharePoint) for document organization is a plus.
- Strong negotiation skills
Soft Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Strong follow-through and ability to complete tasks with limited supervision once trained.
- Ability to take direction quickly and implement feedback constructively.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow within the construction industry.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a high standard of work.
- Team-oriented and willing to support others to meet company goals.
The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $70,000. The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law.