Construction Estimator

GENSERV; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GenServ in West Bridgewater, MA is seeking an experienced construction estimator to prepare, estimate, and analyze costs for projects. The role includes evaluating plans, materials, labor, and time, and creating proposals with budgets and project plans.

Responsibilities cover site visits, bid evaluation, and collaboration with architects, PMs, engineers, and contractors. A Civil/Construction engineering background and OSHA/Procore familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and Civil/Construction Engineering degree required.
• OSHA 10 preferred or will certify upon hire.
• 3–5 years of construction estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs, and blueprints to prepare estimates.
• Visit sites to gather requirements and confirm details.
• Compare bids from suppliers and contractors.
• Calculate material, labor, and time costs for estimates.
• Prepare budgets, reports, and project plans.
• Collaborate with architects, PMs, engineers, and contractors.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and manage docs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Professionalism

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Construction Engineering

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering
• OSHA 10 preferred but will certify, if necessary, upon hire
• Experience of 3-5 years

We are currently looking for an experienced construction estimator who will prepare, estimate and analyze all costs of construction projects, including the time, materials, labor, and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and gather information:Review project plans, specifications, and blueprints
• Visit construction sites:Learn about the project and obtain client requirements
• Evaluate offers:Compare bids from suppliers and contractors
• Prepare estimates:Calculate the cost of materials, labor, and time
• Create proposals:Write up budgets, reports, and project plans

• Collaborate with others:Work with architects, project managers, engineers, and contractors

• Identify cost-saving opportunities:Find ways to reduce project costs
• Manage documentation:Maintain files of working documents, including price lists and sales brochures
• Follow up with clients:Provide updates on budgets and proposals

SkillsProficiency in critical thinking and problem solving, Ability to focus on details, Excellent

Construction Estimator Qualifications/Skills

• Procore Experience (Preferred)
• Pass Pre-employment background check
• Attention to detail
• Skilled proficiency in critical thinking and problem solving
• Excellent quantitative skills-
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management skills.
• Professional appearance and personality
• Reliable transportation is a must
• Ability to complete projects unsupervised and problem solve when necessary
• Ability to work both as a team player and individually

GenServ is an equal opportunity employer and does not make hiring decisions based on age, race, gender, religion, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law