Civil & Heavy Highway Estimator - Bid & Takeoff Expert

McCourt Construction Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

McCourt Construction, a Boston-based diversified General Contractor, is seeking an Estimator to join our team. The role focuses on takeoffs, engineering analysis, subcontractor outreach, pre-bid and descoping meetings, and accurate project pricing for large civil projects in New England.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field, are computer literate with AutoCAD or similar programs, and thrive in a collaborative environment with the estimating and project teams.

Qualifications

• Analyzes plans and specs to generate accurate estimates.
• Performs takeoffs with precision to support bids.
• Experience with heavy highway construction estimates is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or related software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Takeoffs, engineering analysis, subcontractor and supplier outreach, pre-bid & descoping meetings, and project pricing.
• Estimate a job from start to finish with minimal assistance.
• Collaborate with project teams to finalize execution plans and bid accurately.

Skills

Takeoffs

Engineering analysis

Subcontractor outreach

Pre-bid meetings

Owner descoping meetings

Subcontractor descoping meetings

Project pricing

Plans & specs analysis

AutoCAD

Team collaboration

MassDOT & MBTA familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

McCourt Construction, a Boston-based diversified General Contractor, is seeking an Estimator to join our team. The role focuses on takeoffs, engineering analysis, subcontractor outreach, pre-bid and descoping meetings, and accurate project pricing for large civil projects in New England.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field, are computer literate with AutoCAD or similar programs, and thrive in a collaborative environment with the estimating and project teams.