Estimator - Commercial Projects up to $30M - Boston

Michael Page; Boston (OH); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

401k benefits

Direct mentorship

Job summary

A well-established construction firm seeks an Estimator for their Boston office. This role involves preparing estimates for commercial, multifamily, higher education, and hospitality projects. Applicants should have over five years of estimating experience and strong knowledge in estimating software. The position offers a salary of up to $120K+, a hybrid work environment, and opportunities for direct mentorship and career growth in a newly renovated office with modern amenities.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of estimating or assistant estimating experience in general contracting.
• Experience estimating commercial projects of at least five million dollars or more.
• Background in multifamily, hospitality, higher education, or retail construction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for various construction projects.
• Review drawings and subcontractor proposals for accuracy.
• Collaborate with the Chief Estimator on pricing strategies.

Skills

Estimating software knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Tools

AutoDesk Takeoff

Excel

Building Connected

Job description

I am working with a well established construction firm to hire an Estimator for their Boston office who will support a growing pipeline of commercial, multifamily, higher education, and hospitality projects. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants career growth, direct mentorship, and the flexibility to work in a hybrid environment within a newly renovated office.

My client is a vertically integrated construction and development firm with offices in Lenox and Boston, delivering projects across Massachusetts. They operate across commercial, educational, multifamily, healthcare, and general contracting markets, with typical project sizes ranging from fourteen to twenty two million dollars. The company is known for long employee tenure, strong repeat business, and the ability to self perform masonry work that sets them apart in the market. Their Boston office overlooks the water in the North End, offering a modern workspace, flexible hybrid schedules, and a growing team backed by the resources of a larger headquarters. With an active growth plan, they aim to add several estimators over the next few years.

Description

• Prepare detailed estimates for commercial, multifamily, higher education, hospitality, and retail projects
• Review drawings, specifications, and subcontractor proposals for accuracy and scope alignment
• Work closely with the Chief Estimator on pricing strategies and estimate development
• Evaluate and level subcontractor bids using tools such as Building Connected
• Conduct quantity takeoffs using AutoDesk Takeoff and Excel
• Assist with conceptual estimates and budgeting for early stage planning
• Collaborate with project managers and design partners to support preconstruction workflows
• Support growth of the Boston estimating team as the office expands

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• Five or more years of estimating or assistant estimating experience in general contracting
• Experience estimating commercial projects of at least five million dollars or more
• Background in multifamily, hospitality, higher education, or retail construction
• Open to candidates with MEP or carpentry estimating experience if project scale aligns
• Strong knowledge of estimating software including AutoDesk Takeoff, Excel, and Building Connected
• Ability to work in a hybrid schedule and commute to the Boston North End office
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills

Job Offer

• Salary up to $120K+ (dependant on experiene)
• Hybrid work environment with three to four days in office
• Newly renovated waterfront office with modern amenities and pool access in the summer
• Health, dental, PTO, and 401k benefits
• Reimbursement for travel outside of the office
• Direct mentorship from a Chief Estimator with twenty five years at a top tier construction firm
• Strong long term growth plan with opportunities to advance as the Boston office expands

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.