Estimator - Commercial Construction & Value Engineering

DOC; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DOC seeks a highly skilled Estimator for our New England region, with 4–5 years of commercial estimating experience. The ideal candidate will prepare accurate cost estimates across a diverse portfolio including commercial buildings and public works, leveraging Trimble, Bluebeam, HCSS, and Onscreen Takeoff.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to read complex construction docs are essential. Based in Holyoke, MA or Milford, MA, or remote within the New England region, the role involves

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent).
• Minimum 4-5 years of estimating experience in commercial construction, ideally with a general contractor.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods and cost estimating for vertical and horizontal projects.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Bluebeam, HCSS, Onscreen Takeoff, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, and technical documents for commercial building projects.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates across all divisions of work.
• Evaluate and incorporate structural, architectural, and site interfaces across trades.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with design teams, project managers, and field personnel to ensure constructability and cost-efficiency.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and design reviews.
• Maintain knowledge of market trends, labor rates, and material costs.
• Develop scopes of work and ensure subcontractors comply with the scope.
• Discuss estimates with clients and resolve pricing questions.

Skills

Estimating

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Read drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Trimble

Bluebeam

HCSS

Onscreen Takeoff

Job description

DOC seeks a highly skilled Estimator for our New England region, with 4–5 years of commercial estimating experience. The ideal candidate will prepare accurate cost estimates across a diverse portfolio including commercial buildings and public works, leveraging Trimble, Bluebeam, HCSS, and Onscreen Takeoff.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to read complex construction docs are essential. Based in Holyoke, MA or Milford, MA, or remote within the New England region, the role involves