Commercial Restoration & Waterproofing Estimator

Frey Consulting Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Waterproofing & Restoration Division, focusing on large commercial restoration and waterproofing projects such as garage restoration, concrete repair, and building envelope work.

The Estimator will lead the estimating process from pre-bid site walks and quantity take-offs through final bid submission, coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate, competitive proposals and a smooth handoff to project managers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction, restoration, waterproofing, concrete repair, or building envelope work.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong quantity take-off skills and experience with estimating/take-off software.
• Knowledge of concrete repair, facade restoration, roofing, and fluid-applied coating systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with building owners, property managers, engineers, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-bid site walks and evaluate existing conditions, access, logistics, and project requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from drawings.
• Develop accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare complete and professional bids and proposals while meeting deadlines.
• Manage multiple bids and maintain an organized bid schedule.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and potential issues before bid submission.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure a smooth handoff of awarded projects.
• Support value-engineering discussions and provide estimating clarification during project execution.
• Partner with Business Development on pricing strategies and competitive bids.
• Maintain organized estimate files and track bid results for cost accuracy.

Skills

Quantity take-off

Estimating software

Reading drawings

Communication

Organization

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Tiello LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Waterproofing & Restoration Division, focusing on large commercial restoration and waterproofing projects such as garage restoration, concrete repair, and building envelope work.

The Estimator will lead the estimating process from pre-bid site walks and quantity take-offs through final bid submission, coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate, competitive proposals and a smooth handoff to project managers.