Estimator

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Interview prep

• Walk a sample takeoff from plans to a complete estimate package
• Explain how you handle scope changes mid-estimate with design and subs
• Describe methods for collecting historical costs and reconciling bids to job cost
• Discuss tender strategy and negotiation habits on competitive GC work

Fit summary

Strong fit if you like detail-heavy preconstruction, construction docs, and multi-party cost conversations at an employee-owned GC with historic and large commercial/institutional projects.

Day in the role

As an Estimator at Consigli Construction in Boston, you would turn drawings and specs into time, material, and labor costs; check historical cost data; and align numbers with engineers, architects, owners, and subs when scope shifts. You track bid vs. actuals and help run tenders and negotiations on Consigli’s commercial and institutional work.

Skills to emphasize

• Blueprint and documentation analysis for time, cost, materials, and labor
• Historical cost databases and bid-to-actual tracking
• Coordination with design, owners, vendors, and field teams
• Tender process ownership and commercial negotiation

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No—the listing is on-site in Boston (remote flag is 0).

What does an Estimator do day to day?

Core O*NET tasks include analyzing blueprints, conferring on estimate changes, building costs from history, and running tenders and negotiations.

Are certifications required in the provided data?

No certification resources or costs were supplied for this posting.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

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• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Establish and maintain tendering process, and conduct negotiations.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

O*NET source

Company facts (cached)

Website: consigliconstruction.com

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Estimator at Consigli Construction in Boston, Suffolk County Role Overview The Estimator at Consigli Construction is responsible for estimating complex and large-scale jobs. This role involves conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations, and more. Responsibilities Estimate complex and large-scale jobs including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, and general conditions Conduct systems studies and comparisons to provide accurate cost analyses Implement value engineering techniques to optimize project costs while maintaining quality standards Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors for effective bid management Create detailed budget documents for internal and external stakeholders Support the Chief Estimator in managing estimating projects and resources Ensure all estimates are accurate, timely, and meet company standards Qualifications Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred) Minimum 5 years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry Familiarity with estimating software and tools such as ProEst, PlanGrid, or similar Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and techniques Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and clients Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions based on financial projections Working at Consigli Construction Joining Consigli Construction means working with a team dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. Our company culture values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in all we do. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Consigli Construction offers a competitive salary range of $108,000 - $121,000.

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Questions to ask them

• What does success look like in the first 90 days for this role?
• How is the team structured, and who would I work with most?
• What tools and systems does this role use daily?
• Is the work primarily based in Boston, Suffolk County, hybrid, or fully remote?