Estimator

Talent Road LLC; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Road LLC in Peabody, MA is seeking a detail-oriented Estimator with 3–7 years of commercial construction estimating experience to turn plans into accurate bids. You will work with preconstruction, operations, and field teams to support successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will read drawings and specs, perform quantity takeoffs, and evaluate subcontractor bids, contributing to budgets and bid strategies. This role emphasizes collaboration and cost-conscious project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3–7 years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, labor, and costs.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimating.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and construction technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine scope and requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost analyses, and detailed estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering alternatives.
• Assist with project budgets, preliminary schedules, and bid strategies.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Field Managers, and Preconstruction teams.
• Participate in estimate reviews, project turnover meetings, and proposal development.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, historical cost data, and estimating standards.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Construction technology platforms

Job description

Location: Peabody, MA

Experience: 3–7 Years Preferred

Are you a detail-oriented Estimator who knows how to turn construction plans into accurate, competitive bids? We’re looking for a motivated construction professional to join a collaborative team and play a key role in winning projects and supporting successful project execution.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong estimating skills, a solid understanding of commercial construction, and the ability to work closely with preconstruction, operations, and field teams.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine scope and requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost analyses, and detailed estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Identify project risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering alternatives.
• Assist with project budgets, preliminary schedules, and bid strategies.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Field Managers, and Preconstruction teams.
• Participate in estimate reviews, project turnover meetings, and proposal development.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, historical cost data, and estimating standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 3–7 years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, labor, and costs.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimating.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and construction technology platforms.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a team where your estimating expertise directly contributes to business growth, competitive project pursuits, and successful project delivery. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate across departments, evaluate challenging projects, and help shape construction strategies from the earliest stages.

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