Construction Estimation Specialist

S&R Corporation; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Growth opportunities

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Mentor/Apprentice Program

Short- and long-term disability

Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Lowell, MA, is seeking a full-time Construction Estimator to join their team. Candidates should have over 7 years of construction experience and at least 5 years in estimating heavy civil work. Responsibilities include participating in bidding strategies, reviewing project specifications, and performing cost estimates. This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction experience in relevant fields.
• 5+ years of estimating experience for heavy civil work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning meetings to establish bidding strategies.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site walk-throughs.
• Review plans, specifications, and perform cost estimates.
• Incorporate safety-related costs into estimates.
• Identify high-risk activities during the estimating process.

Skills

Construction experience

Estimating and bidding heavy civil work

Public bid processes familiarity

Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling software

Reading and understanding plans

Performing takeoffs

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Tools

B2W software

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Overview

S&R Corporation, a reputable leader in commercial, civil, and bridge construction, is seeking a full-time Construction Estimator to join our team in Lowell, MA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Growth opportunities
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance
• Mentor/Apprentice Program
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing

YOUR SCHEDULE AS A CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

The working hours for this position are from 7 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. This schedule provides a consistent routine that allows you to focus on your responsibilities and projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning meetings to determine the types of projects to bid on and establish effective bidding strategies.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site walk-throughs to gather essential project insights.
• Assess the decision of self-performing tasks versus subcontracting work and solicit quotations from suitable vendors and suppliers, including DBE/MBE/WBE/SBE subcontractors as required.
• Review plans, specifications, and Geotech reports; coordinate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates; analyze alternative construction methods.
• Participate in bid reviews with the Department Manager and, after award, review preliminary schedules and transfer pertinent estimate-related information to the project team.
• Identify high-risk activities and incorporate safety-related costs into estimates for a comprehensive approach.

What We Need From You

• 7+ years of construction experience, preferably in commercial, civil, and bridge construction
• 5+ years of experience estimating and bidding heavy civil work
• Familiarity with public bid processes
• Competency in using Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling software
• Ability to read and understand plans for grading and drainage, paving, foundations, and off-site roadways
• Skills in performing takeoffs and understanding heavy equipment performance specifications
• Decision-making skills and the ability to work in a high-production environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with strong time management abilities
• Attention to detail with the capacity to recognize discrepancies
• Planning and negotiation skills
• Must live within 1 hour of the job location

A valid driver's license and experience with B2W software, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), and Trimble Business Center are a plus.

Notes

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.