Construction Estimator-Residential

Sleeping Dog Properties

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Boston, Massachusetts, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted November 27, 2025 Last posted November 27, 2025
Job description

We are looking for a thorough Construction estimator to calculate possible costs and gains of construction projects. You will collect and analyze data according to a series of useful variables. The ideal candidate will be very comfortable with numbers and analytical. You must have great attention to detail and excellent communication skills. The goal is to provide the company with accurate information that will help in operations and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

  • Acquire understanding of the requirements of the project/program at hand
  • Select metrics to produce valid estimates
  • Visit sites, warehouses and other venues to gather essential information
  • Review documents or consult experts to collect all necessary data
  • Prepare detailed reports or bids for submission to appropriate parties
  • Select advantageous deals by evaluating offers and quotes
  • Foster relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, architects etc.)

Requirements

  • Proven experience as construction estimator
  • Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts
  • Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics
  • Comfortable with numbers and technologe
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
  • Great attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending
  • Gym Reimbursement
  • Disability
  • Career Development Program
About this role

Summary

Estimate construction costs, analyze data, prepare reports, and coordinate with vendors.

Job title

Construction Estimator-Residential

Experience level

proven experience

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Boston, MA, onsite preferred, remote possible

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

estimation metricsdata analysiscommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

cost estimationdata analysisproject managementcommunication
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Boston, MA, USA

On-site City