About Tocci Construct
Tocci Construct, LLC (TOCCI) is a forward-thinking construction management firm specializing in commercial, multifamily, and institutional projects. We fuse cutting-edge technology with industry expertise to deliver exceptional results from concept through completion, driving innovation, efficiency, and quality every step of the way. Searching for a company with a vibrant culture and opportunities to develop your career while helping others grow? TOCCI is looking for people like you to join our team. TOCCI's culture focuses on well-being, helping people feel their best to be their best.
Position Overview
TOCCI is seeking an Estimator to join our Planning and Cost Engineering (P+CE) team, based in Woburn, MA, with occasional travel to jobsites and partner offices across the Greater Boston area. Reporting to the Vice President of Planning + Cost Engineering, this role is ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives on precision and foresight in estimating constraints and opportunities. As an Estimator, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional preconstruction solutions, ensuring TOCCI remains a trusted and responsive partner for our clients.
Responsibilities
Planning + Cost Engineering
- Drive continuous improvement in cost engineering procedures and processes.
- Assume responsibility for assigned estimates and participate in team delivery of group-produced project estimates.
- Solicit subcontractor/vendor interest, manage bid distribution, and evaluate bids to assemble complete bid packages.
- Evaluate subcontractor bids and assemble complete bid packages.
- Thoroughly review and analyze project documents, including plans and specs to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for projects and services.
- Collaborate with VDC team to analyze, extract and integrate model-based (BIM) quantity take-offs into project estimations.
- Ensure comprehensive project scope coverage and deliver polished presentations of project cost estimates and other deliverables through email, MS Teams, Zoom, or in person.
- Engage in preconstruction tasks to develop project feasibility budgets, progress estimates, value engineering, Target Value Design, and project schedules to exceed client expectations.
- Support project teams and operations with cost estimating for project change orders.
- Participate in client presentations and interviews.
Procurement
- Support project procurement efforts by working closely with project management teams ensuring cost and quality are balanced to meet project requirements.
- Develop and nurture positive relationships with subcontractors and vendors, to improve responsiveness and streamline collaboration with TOCCI.
Desired Skills + Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of sitework, foundations, mechanical systems, utility installations, and soil remediation.
- Proficiency in MS Office, OST and Estimating Software, Microsoft Project, and Procore (or equivalent systems).
- Strategic problem-solver with the ability to anticipate and address challenges swiftly and effectively.
- Proven ability to negotiate challenges with internal and external groups and foster accretive relationships.
- Demonstrated character/integrity and the ability to support the company, its values, and fellow employees while exceeding customer expectations.
Physical + Travel Requirements
- Ability to operate computers and other devices with fine motor skills.
- Good hearing and vision skills.
- Ability to travel locally and regionally for site visits and meetings (approximately 20% of the time).
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Generous vacation and paid US holidays.
- 401(k) company matching contributions.
- Medical, dental insurance with flexible spending accounts (FSA).
- Term life and AD&D insurance.
- Short and long-term insurance.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications.