Senior Labor Cost Estimator
Job Details
Job Location
Secaucus - Secaucus, NJ
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Job Shift
Day
Description
About Empire Office
Empire Office is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 79 years of experience and more than 425 full-time employees across the country. We are the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States and support a list of more than 500 manufacturers. We partner with best-in-class architects, designers, brokers, craftsmen, and manufacturers to deliver proven workspace solutions. With creative and cost-effective results, we address business challenges and activate brands.
Overview
The Empire Office is seeking a Senior Labor Cost Estimator to join our team in Secaucus, NJ. This individual will play a critical role in developing accurate labor budgets and forecasts for furniture delivery and installation projects, including systems furniture, architectural walls, and ancillary products. The ideal candidate will bring a high level of technical knowledge, project experience, and strategic insight to support the success of large-scale, multi-phase installations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development of detailed labor budgets and schedules for furniture delivery and installation, ensuring alignment with project scope and timeline.
Interpret architectural drawings, furniture plans, and specifications to assess labor requirements and logistics needs.
Apply advanced knowledge of Steelcase systems and other major vendors to generate accurate labor estimates.
Conduct site visits and bid walk-throughs to evaluate jobsite conditions and installation complexity.
Coordinate with project managers, scheduling teams, and operations staff to ensure labor planning aligns with project milestones and budget targets.
Track and control labor costs throughout project lifecycles, proactively identifying variances and opportunities for improvement.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior estimators or operations staff as needed.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance cost control, efficiency, and forecasting accuracy.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
5 - 7+ years of experience in cost labor estimating within the commercial furniture, construction, or project management industries.
Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Demonstrated ability to create and manage labor budgets and schedules for complex, multi-phase projects.
Strong knowledge of Steelcase products and familiarity with a range of systems from other major manufacturers.
Proficient in reading BOLs, installation worksheets, and construction documents.
Skilled in Office 365 with intermediate to advanced Excel abilities; experience with Hedberg and Procore preferred.
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.
Willingness to travel locally for job-site assessments and project walk-throughs.
Flexibility to work extended hours, if needed.
Job Details
Job Location
Secaucus - Secaucus, NJ
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Job Shift
Day
Description
About Empire Office
Empire Office is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 79 years of experience and more than 425 full-time employees across the country. We are the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States and support a list of more than 500 manufacturers. We partner with best-in-class architects, designers, brokers, craftsmen, and manufacturers to deliver proven workspace solutions. With creative and cost-effective results, we address business challenges and activate brands.
Overview
The Empire Office is seeking a Senior Labor Cost Estimator to join our team in Secaucus, NJ. This individual will play a critical role in developing accurate labor budgets and forecasts for furniture delivery and installation projects, including systems furniture, architectural walls, and ancillary products. The ideal candidate will bring a high level of technical knowledge, project experience, and strategic insight to support the success of large-scale, multi-phase installations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development of detailed labor budgets and schedules for furniture delivery and installation, ensuring alignment with project scope and timeline.
Interpret architectural drawings, furniture plans, and specifications to assess labor requirements and logistics needs.
Apply advanced knowledge of Steelcase systems and other major vendors to generate accurate labor estimates.
Conduct site visits and bid walk-throughs to evaluate jobsite conditions and installation complexity.
Coordinate with project managers, scheduling teams, and operations staff to ensure labor planning aligns with project milestones and budget targets.
Track and control labor costs throughout project lifecycles, proactively identifying variances and opportunities for improvement.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior estimators or operations staff as needed.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance cost control, efficiency, and forecasting accuracy.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
5 - 7+ years of experience in cost labor estimating within the commercial furniture, construction, or project management industries.
Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Demonstrated ability to create and manage labor budgets and schedules for complex, multi-phase projects.
Strong knowledge of Steelcase products and familiarity with a range of systems from other major manufacturers.
Proficient in reading BOLs, installation worksheets, and construction documents.
Skilled in Office 365 with intermediate to advanced Excel abilities; experience with Hedberg and Procore preferred.
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.
Willingness to travel locally for job-site assessments and project walk-throughs.
Flexibility to work extended hours, if needed.
Job ID: 488842546
Originally Posted on: 8/9/2025
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