Senior Estimator - Civil Construction - Boston

Boston, Massachusetts Permanent USD155,000 - USD185,000 per year View Job Description
Base salary up to $185,000, + 100% paid Healthcare & MoreLeading General Contractor with the opportunity for career growth
  • Base salary up to $185,000, + 100% paid Healthcare & More
  • Leading General Contractor with the opportunity for career growth

About Our Client

  • 60+ years in business
  • 200+ employees
  • Building and Civil Contractor
  • $50M annually for civil division with 70 employees in this department
  • Focus on sitework, utilities and electrical distribution
  • 80% of work comes from repeat clients
  • Pipeline of work secured through 2029!

Job Description

  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, and other documents to accurately estimate the scope and cost of civil construction projects
  • Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes to support bid pricing.
  • Develop bid proposals and submit tenders for public and private sector projects.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather essential information.
  • Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams during the pre-construction phase.
  • Maintain a database of historical cost data, unit prices, and production rates.
  • Identify potential risks, value engineering options, and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Monitor industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and market conditions affecting construction costs.
  • Support contract negotiations and project handovers.



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.

The Successful Applicant

  • 10-15+ years of relatable experience
  • Degree in construction management, engineering or related (preferred, not required)
  • Proven track record of success supporting projects in the civil construction space including sitework, utilities, electrical distribution, earthwork, etc.
  • Strong computer/software capabilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Leadership ability or interest in managing others

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary - up to $185,000 (experience dependent)
  • Comprehensive benefits including 100% employer paid healthcare
  • 401K with company match
  • 3+ weeks of PTO (negotiable)
  • Bonus potential
  • Leadership opportunity
  • & more!
Contact
Mikayla Tirabassi
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6739725

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Boston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mikayla Tirabassi
Job Reference
JN-052025-6739725