Waterproofing/Restoration Estimator

Frey Consulting Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Waterproofing & Restoration Division, focusing on large commercial restoration and waterproofing projects such as garage restoration, concrete repair, and building envelope work.

The Estimator will lead the estimating process from pre-bid site walks and quantity take-offs through final bid submission, coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate, competitive proposals and a smooth handoff to project managers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction, restoration, waterproofing, concrete repair, or building envelope work.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong quantity take-off skills and experience with estimating/take-off software.
• Knowledge of concrete repair, facade restoration, roofing, and fluid-applied coating systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with building owners, property managers, engineers, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-bid site walks and evaluate existing conditions, access, logistics, and project requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from drawings.
• Develop accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare complete and professional bids and proposals while meeting deadlines.
• Manage multiple bids and maintain an organized bid schedule.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and potential issues before bid submission.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure a smooth handoff of awarded projects.
• Support value-engineering discussions and provide estimating clarification during project execution.
• Partner with Business Development on pricing strategies and competitive bids.
• Maintain organized estimate files and track bid results for cost accuracy.

Skills

Quantity take-off

Estimating software

Reading drawings

Communication

Organization

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Waterproofing & Restoration Division. This role is responsible for estimating large commercial restoration and waterproofing projects, including garage restoration, concrete repair, building facade repair, roof replacement, and fluid-applied coatings.

The Estimator will manage the estimating process from pre-bid site walks and quantity take-offs through final bid submission, ensuring accurate, competitive, and well-scoped proposals. This position works closely with Construction leadership, Project Managers, engineers, building owners, and property managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-bid site walks and evaluate existing conditions, access, logistics, and project requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs from architectural, engineering, and specification drawings.
• Develop accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare complete and professional bids and proposals while meeting deadlines.
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously and maintain an organized bid schedule.
• Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and potential issues before bid submission.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure a smooth handoff of awarded projects.
• Support value-engineering discussions and provide estimating clarification during project execution.
• Partner with Business Development on pricing strategies and competitive bids.
• Maintain organized estimate files, including take-offs, drawings, quotes, and correspondence.
• Track bid results and estimate-to-actual costs to continuously improve pricing accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction, restoration, waterproofing, concrete repair, or building envelope work.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong quantity take-off skills and experience with estimating/take-off software.
• Knowledge of concrete repair, facade restoration, roofing, and fluid-applied coating systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with building owners, property managers, engineers, and project teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and bids simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites throughout the Northeast.

Legal & EEO Language:

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.