Commercial Fence Estimator

Premier Fence, LLC; Huckleberry Corner (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Fence, LLC in Massachusetts is seeking a Commercial Fence Estimator who turns plans and specs into accurate, competitive proposals. You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, and develop complete cost estimates for fence, guardrail, and related site work.

We value candidates who understand construction estimating, are detail-oriented, and eager to learn our specialized fencing industry. Training is available, with emphasis on quality, accuracy, and timely submissions.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating commercial construction and related scopes.
• Ability to read drawings and perform quantity takeoffs.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks and gaps.
• Knowledge of construction documentation and bid packages.
• Proficiency with Office tools; familiarity with estimating software is a plus.
• Excellent organization to manage multiple bids and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for fence and guardrail projects.
• Review drawings, specs, bid docs, and contracts to determine scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from construction drawings.
• Calculate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Apply production rates, unit pricing, and installation requirements.
• Obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations when needed.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and unusual conditions before bid.
• Prepare proposal scopes, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Review addenda and incorporate changes before deadlines.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Fabrication, Purchasing, and Operations.

Skills

Construction Estimating

Blueprint & Takeoff Skills

Analytical Ability

Construction Documentation Knowledge

Technology Skills

Organization & Time Management

Communication & Teamwork

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

CRM/pipeline management systems

Infor CloudSuite

Job description

Build the Bid. Know the Scope. Help Us Win the Work.

Premier Fence, LLC is looking for a detail-driven Commercial Fence Estimator who enjoys turning plans, specifications, and project requirements into accurate, competitive proposals.

If you know construction estimating and want to develop specialized expertise in commercial fencing, gates, guardrail, and related site work, we want to hear from you. Direct fence estimating experience is a plus—but it isn't the only way to succeed here. We are willing to train a strong construction professional who has the technical aptitude, curiosity, and drive to learn our industry.

About Premier Fence

Premier Fence, LLC is a leader in high-quality fencing, fabrication, and installation serving commercial, industrial, municipal, and residential clients throughout the region.

With our own state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities, we provide a broad range of products and solutions, including chain link, ornamental aluminum and iron fence, PVC, cedar, gates, specialty fencing, and guardrail systems.

As a certified American Fence Association (AFA) Contractor with an A+ Better Business Bureau rating, we have built our reputation on quality workmanship, dependable service, and the ability to successfully deliver complex projects.

The Opportunity

As a Commercial Fence Estimator, you will be an important part of the team responsible for identifying opportunities, understanding project requirements, developing accurate estimates, and preparing competitive proposals.

You will review construction drawings and specifications, complete quantity takeoffs, determine material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and other project costs, and develop complete scopes of work.

This isn't just a "count what's on the plans" estimating position. We are looking for someone who will understand the project, identify what may be missing, ask the right questions, recognize risk, and make sure our proposal accurately reflects the work required.

Once a project is awarded, you'll help ensure a smooth transition from estimating to operations by communicating the scope, assumptions, pricing considerations, and project requirements to our Project Management, Fabrication, Purchasing, and Installation teams.

What You'll Do

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for commercial, industrial, municipal, and other fence and guardrail projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, contracts, addenda, and other project information to determine the complete scope of work.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications.
• Calculate material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, freight, and other project costs.
• Apply appropriate production rates, unit pricing, labor assumptions, and installation requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations when necessary.
• Identify project-specific requirements, potential scope gaps, unusual conditions, and estimating risks before bid submission.
• Prepare clear proposal scopes, qualifications, exclusions, alternates, and clarifications.
• Review addenda and revisions and incorporate changes into estimates before bid deadlines.
• Prepare internal budgets and GMPs when applicable.
• Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings when necessary to better understand project conditions and requirements.
• Communicate with general contractors, owners, engineers, vendors, and internal teams to clarify scope and resolve questions.
• Prepare and submit RFIs or scope questions when bid documents require clarification.
• Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain estimating records, pricing information, bid documentation, and opportunity information within company systems.
• Assist with tracking bid results and identifying trends that can improve future estimating accuracy and competitiveness.
• Conduct thorough project turnover/handoff meetings with Project Management and Operations following award.
• Work collaboratively with Project Management, Fabrication, Purchasing, and Field Operations to ensure the estimated scope is clearly understood and executable.

What We're Looking For

Construction Estimating Experience:
Experience estimating commercial construction, civil/site work, fencing, guardrail, gates, structural or miscellaneous metals, or related construction scopes is preferred.

Fence Experience Is a Plus—Not a Requirement
Previous experience estimating fencing, gates, or guardrail projects is highly desirable, but we are willing to train the right construction professional who demonstrates strong estimating fundamentals and a genuine interest in learning our industry.

Blueprint & Takeoff Skills
You should be comfortable reading construction plans and performing quantity takeoffs—or have the technical aptitude and construction knowledge necessary to quickly develop these skills.

Strong Analytical Ability
Estimating requires more than entering numbers into a spreadsheet. You should be able to evaluate information, identify inconsistencies, recognize missing scope, ask good questions, and understand how project conditions affect cost.

Construction Documentation Knowledge
Understanding of drawings, specifications, addenda, bid packages, RFIs, contracts, and other construction documents is strongly preferred.

Technology Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, is required. Experience with Bluebeam Revu, CRM/pipeline management systems, and Infor CloudSuite is highly desirable.

Organization & Time Management
You must be able to manage multiple bids, shifting priorities, and firm submission deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.

Communication & Teamwork
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. You will interact with customers, general contractors, suppliers, project managers, fabrication personnel, and field operations.

You'll Be Successful Here If You

• Notice details other people miss.
• Enjoy figuring out how a project will actually be built.
• Ask questions rather than make costly assumptions.
• Can balance accuracy, competitiveness, and deadlines.
• Take ownership of your estimates from initial review through final submission.
• Communicate clearly when you see scope gaps, risks, or opportunities.
• Are comfortable working independently but understand that successful estimating requires teamwork.
• Want to become a subject-matter expert in a specialized segment of the construction industry.
• Thrive in a growing company where priorities can move quickly and your work directly impacts results.

Why Premier Fence?

At Premier Fence, estimating is where many of our projects begin. Your work directly influences the projects we pursue, the work we win, and how successfully those projects are executed.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects and develop specialized knowledge in commercial fencing, security fencing, gates, guardrail, fabrication, and installation while working closely with experienced construction and operations professionals.

We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to prepare estimates—we want someone who wants to understand the work, improve the process, and help Premier Fence win the right projects.

Compensation

Pay: Commensurate with experience.

Compensation will be based on relevant construction estimating experience, technical knowledge, fence/guardrail industry experience, and overall qualifications.

Premier Fence, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.