Preconstruction Estimator

Pay Range: $90,000.00 - $K

Perini Management Services, Inc. is a full-service construction firm that has delivered design-build and design-bid-build projects for more than four decades, supporting federal and international operations.

Preconstruction Estimator – In‑person, Home office in Framingham, MA

• Review project solicitation documents for accuracy and completeness, develop questions related to assigned scope of work.
• Solicit subcontractor/vendor quotations, prepare and distribute bid document packages, respond to inquiries, being knowledgeable of scopes and responsibilities.
• Develop scope of work packages through narratives, checklists, and quantity take-offs.
• Evaluate and analyze subcontractor/vendor proposals for accuracy (quantities, schedule, inclusions, exclusions).
• Prepare subcontractors/vendors price analysis sheets.
• Coordinate with design team, including design‑build RFPs, to support proposal development.
• Assist with purchasing and definition of subcontractor/vendor agreements and scope of work.

• Ability to work independently and in a team with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understand construction documents and develop scopes of work.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word primarily).
• Knowing On‑Screen take‑off software or similar – a plus.
• Knowledge of estimating software – Sage Estimating (Timberline) experience a plus.

• Six (6) or more years of experience in the construction industry with estimating experience.
• Demonstrated longevity at the same company for a minimum of 3 years.
• Experience in fixed‑price, design‑build, and/or self‑perform estimating – a plus.
• Experience with Government projects – a plus.
• Experience with sitework, concrete, steel, or building interiors – a plus.

• Easy access to the Framingham MA office location.
• Relocation benefits may be considered for strong candidates.
• Competitive compensation and health and welfare benefits.
• Growth opportunities within a large estimating department.

We are an equal opportunity employer.