Junior Construction Estimator — Residential & Commercial

Junior EstimatorFull-Time | Lakeville, MA (328 Bedford St, Lakeville, MA 02347)
Local travel required

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Director of Estimating Role Snapshot:re:fab is hiring a detail-oriented, initiative-taking Junior Estimator to support our Sales and Operations teams. You’ll create accurate, timely estimates for residential and commercial projects using tools like Xactimate and Quick Bid, combining office-based estimating with local site visits.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform detailed takeoffs from property conditions, blueprints, and project documentation (small, medium, and large projects).

• Complete site inspections and field takeoffs to verify scope, quantities, and job conditions.

• Develop detailed cost estimates as designs progress—from conceptual/schematic drawings through final bid.

• Review and analyze schedules, contracts, change orders, daily construction reports, and technical reports.

• Communicate cost drivers and support value engineering conversations across trades.

• Support Sales and Operations with clear estimate packages, scope narratives, and timely updates.

• Help improve estimating efficiency by suggesting process and workflow enhancements.

• Meet productivity/volume expectations while maintaining accuracy and quality.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail and organization; able to manage multiple estimates with tight timelines.
• Collaborative, team-first mindset with a willingness to learn and be coached.

• Clear written and verbal communication; comfortable presenting scope and assumptions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Comfort working in a high-performance, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience (Not Required)

• Experience with estimating software such as Xactimate, Quick Bid, or similar tools.

• Prior exposure to residential and/or commercial estimating, document review, or construction/restoration field work.

• Familiarity with project phases and interpreting drawings from conceptual through final bid.

• Experience with value engineering and cost modeling with fast turnaround.

What Success Looks Like (First 60–90 Days:)
• Complete accurate takeoffs and estimates with supervision, steadily increasing independence.

• Produce clear scope write-ups, inclusions/exclusions, and assumptions that reduce field surprises.

• Build strong working relationships with Sales, Operations, and field teams.

• Adopt re:fab estimating standards and contribute at least one efficiency improvement idea.

What You’ll Get:
• Competitive pay

• Health & Dental Insurance

• Company Sponsored Life Insurance

• Company 401(k) program

• Career advancement opportunities and ongoing support

• Company vehicle or reimbursement, plus laptop and cell phone

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If you’re energetic, goal-oriented, coachable, and take pride in delivering accurate work, we’d like to talk with you.

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