Estimator

Sika • Westborough, MA

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About The Position

Emseal, a Sika Company, is seeking a detail-oriented and technically minded Estimator to support its team. The role reviews construction documents, interprets architectural plans, and prepares accurate material takeoffs and estimates for expansion joint systems used in commercial and infrastructure projects. The Estimator combines analytical capabilities with communication skills and collaborates across sales, engineering, and technical teams to support project success.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant estimating, construction, engineering, or architectural experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong spatial reasoning and ability to visualize three-dimensional applications from two-dimensional plans.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, as well as Adobe Acrobat/Reader.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and prioritize competing deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with construction estimating software, particularly On-Screen Takeoff (OST).

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret architectural and construction documents to understand project requirements.
• Prepare detailed material takeoffs and cost estimates for specified expansion joint products.
• Evaluate project plans, specifications, and details for estimate accuracy and completeness.
• Present and communicate estimates to internal sales teams and customers as needed.
• Develop project summaries that support engineering and project execution activities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Technical Services teams to address project-specific requirements.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting bid deadlines and internal timelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401k with generous company match
• Bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Floating holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Wellness/fitness reimbursements
• Education assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree