Construction Estimator: Preconstruction & Bids

H. J. Russell & Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,300 - 98,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

401(k) with Employer Matching

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Insurance & Other Vol

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

H. J. Russell & Company in Boston, MA is seeking an Estimator with 1–3 years of experience to develop accurate, competitive bids for hard-bid and CM-at-Risk projects.

You will interpret drawings and specs, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, and collaborate with operations to deliver complete, on-time proposals. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong software skills in DESTINI Estimator, BuildingConnected, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and Excel, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Construction Management, Civil/Construction Engineering, Architecture, or similar).
• 1–3 years in estimating or closely related preconstruction role (internships/co-ops count).
• DESTINI Estimator, BuildingConnected, On-Screen Takeoff, and Bluebeam; strong Excel skills (lookups, pivots).
• Ability to read/interpret drawings and specs; produce accurate takeoffs; understand unit pricing, labor/equipment, and general conditions.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and deadline-driven focus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate Development: Prepare conceptual, schematic, DD, and GMP/hard-bid estimates; build clear scope narratives and assumptions.
• Quantity Takeoffs: Perform detailed takeoffs across divisions; organize by WBS/CSI with documented productivity and waste factors.
• Trade Partner Engagement: Build bid lists, issue invitations through BuildingConnected, field RFI/clarifications, and obtain coverage.
• Bid Leveling & Scope Review: Compare quotes, identify gaps/overlaps, and conduct scope reviews to ensure apples-to-apples pricing.
• VE/Alternates: Propose cost-saving options, alternates, and constructability suggestions without compromising intent or quality.
• Pre-Bid/Pre-Proposal Support: Attend pre-bid meetings/site walks; track addenda; ensure full compliance with submission requirements.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain cost histories and assemblies; produce estimate summaries, variances, and risk registers for leadership review.
• Handoff & Collaboration: Support buyout and turnover to project teams; coordinate with scheduling and operations on means/methods.

Skills

Reading drawings/specs

Estimating

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

DESTINI Estimator

BuildingConnected

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

H. J. Russell & Company in Boston, MA is seeking an Estimator with 1–3 years of experience to develop accurate, competitive bids for hard-bid and CM-at-Risk projects.

You will interpret drawings and specs, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, and collaborate with operations to deliver complete, on-time proposals. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong software skills in DESTINI Estimator, BuildingConnected, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and Excel, plus