Estimator Jobs in Massachusetts
Estimator jobs in Massachusetts are active across construction, civil engineering, specialty contracting, and manufacturing, with openings at every level from entry-level project support through senior estimating managers. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor the bulk of hiring, with established employers like Turner Construction, Suffolk Construction, and DPR Construction maintaining consistent estimator demand throughout the state. Cost estimating, mechanical and electrical estimating, and preconstruction services are the specialties drawing the most consistent attention from Massachusetts hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in commercial construction, multifamily/apartment projects, and interior fit-outs.
Responsibilities:
The Estimator will be responsible for managing the estimating process from initial review through final proposal, including:
- Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs
- Develop project scopes and bid packages
- Solicit pricing from subcontractors and vendors
- Review and compare subcontractor proposals to ensure complete scope coverage
- Prepare detailed project estimates and budgets
- Identify value-engineering opportunities
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits when necessary
- Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and ownership
- Maintain historical cost information and subcontractor pricing
- Assist with project handoff from estimating to the project management/construction team
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience required
- Strong experience estimating multifamily and apartment buildings, commercial interior/tenant fit-outs, medical and healthcare fit-outs strongly preferred
- Ability to estimate projects from conceptual design through complete construction documents
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, labor, and subcontractor scopes
- Ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop complete project estimates
- Ability to read and understand architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and fire protection drawings
- Experience soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier bids
- Ability to identify scope gaps, exclusions, conflicts, and potential cost issues before a bid is submitted
- Experience preparing budgets, conceptual estimates, hard bids, and negotiated proposals
- Strong understanding of current construction costs and the Massachusetts subcontractor market
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- Comfortable managing multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Estimator Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Automotive
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in estimator jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, Timberline, or PlanSwift
- Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of Massachusetts building codes, subcontractor markets, and local bid processes
- Strong quantification and takeoff skills for materials, labor, and equipment costs
- Professional certification such as Certified Professional Estimator or ASPE membership preferred
Estimator Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a estimator in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license specifically for estimators, so entry typically starts with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field from a program at Wentworth Institute of Technology, Northeastern University, or UMass Amherst. Employers value internships with Massachusetts general contractors or specialty subcontractors, and earning a Certified Professional Estimator designation through the American Society of Professional Estimators strengthens any candidate's standing in the local market.
How much do estimators make in Massachusetts?
Estimators in Massachusetts earn a median of about $100,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,870 for the lowest 10% to over $151,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire estimators in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring estimators in Massachusetts right now include Jobot, Suffolk Construction, and Servpro Industries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's large general contractors and specialty subcontractors tend to hire estimators on a rolling basis, particularly during active preconstruction seasons in spring and fall.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most estimator jobs?
Boston, Hanscom AFB, and Hudson have the most estimator openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the highest volume because of its concentration of major general contractors, life sciences construction, and large commercial development, while Worcester and Springfield generate consistent demand from regional infrastructure projects and manufacturing facility work anchored by established local employers.
Are there remote estimator jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. About 24% of estimator openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the fact that most estimating work requires site visits, subcontractor meetings, and hands-on plan review that is difficult to do fully remotely. The portions most likely to be done remotely are quantity takeoffs and bid assembly, which some employers allow from home on a hybrid schedule.
How can I get hired as a estimator in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an estimating coordinator or project engineer role with a mid-size Massachusetts general contractor or mechanical subcontractor, where you support senior estimators on bid preparation and takeoffs before taking ownership of smaller scopes. Companies like Suffolk Construction and Tocci Building run structured associate programs for recent graduates, and Wentworth Institute of Technology's cooperative education network connects students with construction employers across Greater Boston. Completing a Bluebeam or on-screen takeoff certification before applying gives candidates without field experience a concrete technical credential that resonates with Massachusetts hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to estimator jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to estimator jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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