Waterproofing/Restoration Estimator

Tiello; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC in Boston, MA seeks an Estimator to join the Waterproofing & Restoration Division. This role estimates large commercial restoration and waterproofing projects, including garage restoration, concrete repair, building facade repair, roof replacement, and fluid-applied coatings.

The Estimator manages the estimating process from pre-bid site walks and quantity take-offs through final bid submission, working closely with Construction leadership, Project Managers, engineers, owners, and

Qualifications

• 3 years of estimating experience in commercial construction/restoration.
• 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 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.

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 and issues before bid submission.
• Work with Project Managers for a smooth handoff of awarded projects.
• Support value-engineering discussions and estimating clarification during execution.
• Partner with Business Development on pricing strategies and competitive bids.
• Maintain organized estimate files and track bid results.

Skills

Estimating experience

Drawing interpretation

Quantity take-off

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Estimating software

Take-off software

Job description

Position: Estimator — Waterproofing & Restoration

Location: Boston, MA

Salary:$90K-$140k/Year

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.

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