Senior Estimator - Drywall
Company websitedpr.com (DPR Construction, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120K to $150K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Boston, MA
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- LocationBoston, MA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
Job Summary:
Leads the development and execution of complex Self-Perform Work (SPW) cost estimates, driving operational excellence and competitive differentiation in direct work delivery. Integrates deep technical expertise and market intelligence to proactively assess risks, optimize SPW scopes, and ensure estimates reflect the latest industry innovations. Orchestrates collaboration among SPW crews, project leaders, and executive stakeholders to align estimating strategies with organizational and client objectives. Shapes SPW estimating standards and methodologies by leading process innovation, mentoring teams, and embedding continuous improvement. Elevates organizational reputation by delivering expert guidance, negotiation, and actionable insights that inform critical SPW business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Leads the preparation and validation of detailed SPW cost estimates, reviews and presenations for complex or large-scale projects, clearly communicating assumptions, findings, and recommendations to project stakeholders while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational and client goals.
Directs SPW teams in the review of project documentation, constructability assessments, and risk analysis to optimize estimate quality and execution strategies, ensuring accurate productivity assumptions and field execution.
Develops and implements advanced SPW estimating tools, methodologies, and benchmarking processes to drive innovation and efficiency.
Advises Lead Estimator and SPW leaders on SPW cost strategies, risk mitigation, sequencing and logistics, SPW production and value engineering opportunities, supporting strategic decision-making.
Negotiates with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure optimal pricing and contractual terms for SPW scopes.
Drives continuous improvement by evaluating SPW estimating performance, capturing lessons learned, and institutionalizing best practices across SPW operations.
Mentors team members by sharing expertise, resources and technical guidance on complex estimating processes and procedures in SPW projects.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
Work Experience:
6 - 8 years of experience in SPW estimating, cost analysis, project controls, or a related field required.
Certifications and Licenses:
None required.
Anticipated starting pay range:
$120,000.00- $150,000.00Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs
for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
Source: DPR Construction on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,000) is above 30% of the 421 Engineering (non-software) roles in Massachusetts listed on this site; 5 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $131,285; the middle half runs from $116,370 to $150,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingSenior Estimator - Drywall$120K to $150K
Superintendent$120K to $160K
Mgr - EHS$120K to $150K
Mgr - Sustainability$120K to $180K
SPW Estimator ACT$120K to $170K
Superintendent$120K to $175K
Superintendent Drywall$120K to $200K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Estimator - Drywall (this listing) | $120K - $150K |
| Superintendent | $120K - $160K |
| Mgr - EHS | $120K - $150K |
| Mgr - Sustainability | $120K - $180K |
| SPW Estimator ACT | $120K - $170K |
| Superintendent | $120K - $175K |
| Superintendent Drywall | $120K - $200K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-03
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Boston, MA
$120,000.00- $150,000.00
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What we verified
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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