Estimator

Location: Boston, MA – Full-time, in office Compensation: Circa $250,000, flexible for the right candidate Sector: Construction – Commercial The Opportunity A leading New England electrical contractor is looking to appoint a Chief Estimator as part of a planned succession strategy within its estimating department. This is a senior, long-term opportunity with a contractor generating approximately $180M annually, employing 400+ people and backed by a strong $300M+ project backlog. The company delivers some of the region's most significant commercial, utility and transportation electrical projects, ranging from $1M–$10M programs through to major specialist projects exceeding $70M and $100M+. The ideal candidate will bring estimating experience across commercial electrical construction, utility and transportation. However, candidates with a particularly strong commercial electrical estimating background will also be seriously considered. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the electrical estimating function. Manage estimating strategy across major commercial, utility and transportation opportunities. Review estimates, scopes, take-offs, pricing and bid submissions. Lead preconstruction and estimating activity on complex electrical projects. Work closely with senior leadership, operations and project teams. Develop relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and vendors. Mentor and develop estimators within the business. Support bid strategy, risk assessment and project selection. Help position the business for continued growth across New England. Work alongside the existing Chief Estimator as part of a structured succession plan. Experience Required Significant estimating experience with an electrical contractor. Strong knowledge of electrical construction, estimating and preconstruction. Experience estimating sizeable and technically complex electrical projects. Commercial electrical experience is highly desirable. Utility and/or transportation electrical experience would be a major advantage. Previous leadership experience within an estimating department. Strong understanding of labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing and project risk. Ability to manage multiple major bids and estimating teams. Compensation around $300K, with flexibility for exceptional candidates. Company truck. Gas/credit card. Cell phone. Blue Cross Blue Shield healthcare fully paid by the company with $0 employee payroll deduction. 401(k) with company match up to 4%. Wellness program offering the opportunity to earn up to an additional week of paid vacation. Long-term succession opportunity into one of the most senior estimating positions within the organization. The position is based full-time from the company's Massachusetts headquarters. Relocation candidates will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr