Director of Estimating

Join a team that values safety, integrity, and growth, working across New England and beyond.

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Medical, dental, life, and voluntary vision (effective first month after 60 days)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Company wide Holiday Shutdown (Christmas through New Years)
• Training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development
• Annual performance‑based pay increases
• Equal Opportunity Employer — women, minorities, and veterans encouraged to apply
• Pay range: $150K to $200K depending on experience and cultural fit

• As a Chief Estimator, your role bridges executive strategy with day‑to‑day tactical execution. Successfully oversees bidding, quoting, and multi‑regional teams.
• Serve as the strategic leader of the estimating function, bridging executive vision with operational execution across all regions (CT, NY, MA), driving alignment with organizational growth and profitability objectives.
• Direct and scale a multi‑regional estimating organization, establishing standardized processes, governance, and performance metrics to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in all bids and proposals.
• Provide executive‑level oversight for the development of complex, large‑scale construction and infrastructure estimates, ensuring alignment with project scope, client requirements, and financial targets.
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership on project pursuits, shaping bid strategy, pricing positioning, risk tolerance, and go/no-go decisions to maximize win rates and margin performance.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, executives, and cross‑functional teams to validate assumptions, identify risks, and refine pricing strategies.
• Provide strategic input on project pursuits, including bid approach, cost positioning, and value opportunities to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key subcontractors, vendors, and partners to strengthen competitive positioning and ensure access to best‑in‑class pricing and resources.
• Champion data‑driven estimating practices by leveraging historical cost data and market intelligence and industry trends to enhance forecasting accuracy and inform strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, project management, finance and executive teams to validate assumptions, optimize cost models, and ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating function, including technology adoption, process innovation, and team development, to increase productivity and scalability.
• Mentor and develop estimating leadership and staff, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and professional growth.

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail
• Minimum 7 years’ experience, specifically estimating experience within the construction industry
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Teams

• Full-time/ Exempt
• Monday through Friday onsite in Bridgeport, CT with occasional travel to upstate NY & MA

E.O.E.Women, Minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.