Estimator (Req #: 1144)

Peckham Industries


Location: Palmer, MA
Salary Interval: Full Time
Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for the overall project estimate working with members of the estimating team under the Chief Estimator. The Estimator works with clients including public and private owners, architects/engineers, developers, subcontractors/ suppliers to plan cost factors for building projects; analyzes construction documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects.

Essential Functions:

1. Focused. Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to understand project requirements.

2. Ownership and caring. Conduct site visits to assess project conditions, logistics, and potential challenges.

3. Obligated. Analyze labor, material, and equipment costs to develop accurate project estimates.

4. Measurement. Utilize estimating software and tools (B2W) to perform quantity take-offs and cost calculations.

5. Communicate. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain pricing and input for estimates.

6. Mastery. Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, proposals, and bid documents for submission.

7. Compulsive tinkering. Evaluate alternative construction methods and value engineering opportunities to optimize project costs.

8. Respect and engage. Participate in pre-bid meetings, negotiations, and presentations with clients and stakeholders.

9. Results matter. Maintain records of estimates, correspondence, and project documentation.

10. Committed to serve. Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and market conditions affecting construction costs.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's Degree preferred, or may be replaced with combination of high school

degree/equivalent and at least 5-10 years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or

vocational training.

2. Experience must include related work experience in asphalt paving, road construction practices.

3. Proficient verbal and written English

4. Must have a valid driver’s license

5. Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 30% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This is mostly sedentary outside of traveling to construction sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. The job will require frequent traveling in the field and various construction sites. This would require the ability to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bend or stand as necessary.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact HR@peckham.com.

Compensation details: 80000-100000 Yearly Salary

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Location: Palmer, Massachusetts, US

Posted Date: 7/11/2025