Senior Estimator

The Norfolk Companies; Framingham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous company match

Paid Time Off

Vision, life, and short-term-disabilty

Job summary

The Norfolk Companies in Framingham, MA is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for our residential remodeling division. You will partner with the design team to develop accurate project budgets, guide homeowners through the proposal process, and help ensure a strong project foundation from day one.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in remodeling/construction and 5+ years of estimating experience, with strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential remodeling or construction experience.
• 5+ years preparing estimates for residential remodeling projects.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and plans.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience using estimating or project management software such as Buildertrend is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed labor and material estimates for residential remodeling projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and site conditions to develop accurate project pricing.
• Conduct site visits to gather measurements and assess existing conditions.
• Partner with designers to ensure project scope and estimates align with client expectations.
• Present proposals to homeowners and answer questions throughout the sales process.
• Support project execution by serving as a technical resource for field teams.
• Monitor project budgets and help manage changes throughout construction.
• Contribute ideas that improve estimating accuracy, efficiency, and overall project success.

Skills

Estimating

Residential remodeling

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Tools

Buildertrend

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Build More Than Projects. Help Shape the Future of Residential Remodeling.

The Norfolk Companies has been a trusted name in New England for more than 92 years. As a

family-owned company with over 210 employees, we've built our reputation on craftsmanship,

quality, and exceptional customer experiences.

As our Design-Build Remodeling division continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced

Senior Estimator to play a key role in our continued success.

This is more than an estimating position. You'll partner closely with our award-winning design

team, develop accurate project budgets, guide homeowners through the proposal process, and

help ensure every project begins with a strong foundation for success.

If you're an experienced residential remodeling professional who enjoys collaborating with

clients, designers, and construction teams while delivering exceptional project outcomes, we'd

love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare detailed labor and material estimates for residential remodeling projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and site conditions to develop accurate project pricing.
• Conduct site visits to gather measurements and assess existing conditions.
• Partner with designers to ensure project scope and estimates align with client expectations.
• Present proposals to homeowners and answer questions throughout the sales process.
• Support project execution by serving as a technical resource for field teams.
• Monitor project budgets and help manage changes throughout construction.
• Contribute ideas that improve estimating accuracy, efficiency, and overall project success.

Requirements

• 10+ years of residential remodeling or construction experience.
• 5+ years preparing estimates for residential remodeling projects.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, framing, and structural plans.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience using estimating or project management software such as Buildertrend is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Why Join Norfolk?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Vision, life, and short-term disability benefits.
• Opportunity to help grow an expanding Design-Build division.
• Collaborative team of experienced designers and construction professionals.
• Stability of a 92-year-old family-owned company with exciting opportunities for growth.

The Norfolk Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive

workplace where everyone can succeed.