What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator, Construction position at Bode Equipment Company?
Junior Construction Estimator
Department: Sales Operations | Reports to: Sales Operations
BODE, Inc. is a family-owned business with fewer than 80 employees in Londonderry, New Hampshire. Since 1975, we have provided material-handling, dock, and door solutions throughout New England.
Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life and disability insurance from the first day; paid time off; paid holidays; and flexible hours. After one year, employees receive 40 additional PTO hours, a paid birthday off, and retirement plan eligibility. We offer recognition bonuses and two annual company outings. Our 4.5-day workweek includes nine-hour days Monday–Thursday and four hours Friday.
Position Summary
The Junior Construction Estimator prepares basic takeoffs, gathers pricing, and drafts estimates for commercial construction projects. Experienced team members provide training and guidance. Sales Operations reviews and approves estimates and proposals before release.
Key Responsibilities
- Review plans with guidance, prepare basic quantity takeoffs, and flag unclear or missing information.
- Prepare basic material and labor cost worksheets using company templates and approved rates.
- Request vendor and subcontractor quotes, follow up on responses, and record pricing and lead times.
- Prepare draft estimates and proposals for Sales Operations review; update them as directed.
- Keep drawings, quotes, takeoffs, and bid deadlines organized; communicate missing information or delays promptly.
- Assist with routine sales support and occasional site visits with an experienced team member to verify measurements and conditions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree is not required but preferred
- Construction, purchasing, or sales support experience preferred.
- Basic math and measurement skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn plan reading and estimating experience preferred.
- Basic Excel, Outlook, and computer skills. Takeoff software experience is a plus.
- Dependable, organized, and comfortable asking questions, following instructions, and working with a small team.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Office-based in Londonderry, New Hampshire, with extended computer use and occasional local site visits. Work requires navigating active construction sites, using required protective equipment, following safety procedures, and occasionally lifting up to 20 pounds.
Equal Opportunity Policy
BODE, Inc. and Insperity are equal opportunity employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy or related medical conditions, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital or partnership status, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,542 - $82,581