Sr. Estimator - Civil & Utility Construction in Boston

Looking for an experienced Sr. Civil Construction Estimator to join one of Boston's leading General Contractors in their expanding civil division. This is a great leadership opportunity for those looking to manage a team.

Client Details

About my 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!

Description

The Sr. Civil Construction Estimator will be responsible for:

• 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.

Profile

The ideal Sr. Civil Estimator will have:

• 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

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Job Offer

The Sr. Civil Construction Estimator will receive:

• 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!

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