Estimator

J. Derenzo Companies; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A construction firm in Massachusetts is seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for complex projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction trades and site utilities, with experience in bidding work in Boston. This role requires collaboration with project managers, vendors, and clients to support competitive bidding and successful project execution. A degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in Construction Management or Engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years’ office experience required.
• Minimum 5 years’ field experience required.
• Flexible with time commitment, possible weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Review of all documents, drawings, pricing, bonds, and insurance.
• Bid jobs contact subs for pricing on all scopes.
• Scope reviews with general contractors.
• Package together with project manager for in-house kick-off meeting.
• Assist Project Manager with full closeout of projects.

Skills

Strong understanding of all trades

Good communication skills

Collaborative work ethic

Experience in bidding work

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Construction Link

Excel

Agtek

Job description

Experience Required

Minimum Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or 5 years in Site Work & Heavy Civil construction

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, life and disability insurance

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for complex projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, and other documentation. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of all trades, site utilities, all types of earth support systems and contaminated soils. We are looking for a candidate that has experience in bidding work in Boston and outside of Boston with good communication skills. The ability to work collaboratively with project managers, vendors, and clients. This is a key position that supports competitive bidding and successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Review of all documents, drawings, pricing, bonds, insurance and minority reporting
• Bid jobs contact subs for pricing on all scopes
• Scope reviews with general contractors
• Once awarded the project package together with project manager for in house kick off meeting
• Assist Project Manager, if needed, with full closeout of projects

Requirements

• Preferred degree in Construction Management or Engineering field
• Minimum 5 years’ office experience
• Minimum 5 years’ field experience
• Flexible with time commitment, possible weekend work
• Experience with CAD, Microsoft Project, Primavera, Construction Link, Excel, Agtek