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A well‑established commercial interiors contractor in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. This company specializes in high‑quality interior buildouts across corporate, healthcare, education, and commercial spaces. They pride themselves on craftsmanship, reliability, and strong relationships with general contractors and owners.

Position Overview

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for carpentry, drywall, acoustical ceilings, millwork, and additional interior trades. This role requires someone who can interpret construction documents, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, and build comprehensive proposals while collaborating with project managers and field leadership.

Key Responsibilities

+ Review project plans, specifications, and addendums for scope and requirements

+ Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for carpentry, drywall, ceilings, and related trades

+ Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing

+ Prepare complete, accurate, and timely cost estimates and bid proposals

+ Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope reviews

+ Assist with value engineering ideas and alternate solutions

+ Track historical cost data to improve pricing accuracy

+ Work closely with project management during handoff to ensure a smooth transition from estimate to execution

Qualifications

+ 3–7+ years of estimating experience in commercial interiors or related construction trades

+ Strong knowledge of drywall, carpentry, and interior systems

+ Proficiency with estimating software (On‑Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, or similar)

+ Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings

+ Strong math, communication, and organizational skills

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced bidding environment with multiple deadlines

+ Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bridgewater, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Provide full medical, dental, vision insurance, Ability to contribute to 401k. Gas card.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bridgewater,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.