Estimator - Commercial Construction - NH & VT
About Our Client
My client is a privately held commercial construction management firm with over 20 years of history and a strong footprint across northern New England. With approximately 85+ employees and $100M in annual revenue, the firm has grown steadily from a single-office operation into a multi-office regional builder.
They intentionally pursue a diverse portfolio of work-rather than specializing in one sector-which creates long-term stability, steady backlog, and professional growth opportunities for their teams. The company is known for its people-first culture, collaborative approach, and disciplined project execution.
Job Description
Depending on experience level, Estimators will be responsible for:
- Preparing conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates for projects ranging from $1M-$75M+
- Supporting pursuits across multifamily, commercial, healthcare, education, and institutional work
- Performing quantity takeoffs and scope reviews
- Soliciting, leveling, and evaluating subcontractor bids
- Collaborating with operations, preconstruction, and executive leadership
- Participating in value engineering and cost‑saving strategies
- Supporting a currently active $75M multifamily ground‑up project and future pipeline
- Working directly under the Chief Estimator as part of a growing estimating team
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Estimator - Commercial Construction should have:
- 3-10 years of estimating experience (open to junior or more seasoned candidates)
- Exposure to commercial construction (multifamily, hospitality, office, schools, healthcare, or similar)
- Strong understanding of construction documents and scopes
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
- Clear communication skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to work fully in‑office (no hybrid/remote option)
- Ability to commute to Burlington, VT / Lebanon, NH / Portsmouth, NH (relocation supported)
- Estimator: $110,000 - $120,000
- Senior Estimator: $150,000 - $170,000
- 5-10K sign‑on bonus for relocation assistance
- Best‑in‑class benefits package including:
- Dental & Vision 100% paid
- 401(k) with 3% safe harbor after 6 months
- 5 weeks PTO plus volunteer time off
- Vehicle allowance (~$10K/year)
- End‑of‑year profit‑sharing bonus (historically 10-20% of base salary)
- Long‑term growth with stable leadership and a sustainable workload model