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Construction Estimator

Acloche-Direct Hire
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Leading design-build general contractor, located in north Columbus, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator within the industrial market. Apply now for this great opportunity!

Job Title : Construction Estimator

Schedule : Day shift from 8 : 30am-5 : 00pm, Monday-Friday with some overtime if needed.

Salary : $64,000-$100,000

Summary

Under supervision of the Senior Estimator, Preconstruction Manager or General Manager, Construction Estimator performs estimation for design, engineering, and construction as a member of design-builder’s preconstruction team. Works closely with internal and external design and engineering teams from early stage of design development to the completion of the projects.

Responsibilities

The following is a list of representative duties. Other duties may be assigned that may reasonably follow and relate to essential tasks.

  • Accurately reads blueprints, specifications and the other technical documents, and understands the scope of work for preparing bid documents, correspondence, and estimate.
  • Stays up to date with safety codes and improvements in constructions.
  • Navigates and understands building codes and other site-related codes and regulations.
  • Prepares preliminary budget forecasts on schematic or progress designs for preconstruction design teams.
  • Works closely with architects and other internal and external professionals throughout the projects.
  • Maintains an up-to-date file or library of bids, engineering firms, trade contractors / suppliers, material and equipment brochures and catalogues.
  • Coordinates and conducts contractor pre-bid meetings onsite or online.
  • Keeps close communications with key contractors / bidders during bids and constructions.
  • Prepares bid documents for construction projects with preconstruction design team and external engineers.
  • Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
  • Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting information.
  • Stays being watchful for possible value engineering and cost saving options.
  • Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans for supervisors’ reviews.
  • Schedules meetings with clients, site managers and staff as required.
  • Processes paperwork and travels to building sites as required.
  • Monitors construction processes.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Ability to navigate specifications and plans with through knowledges
  • Proficiency in demonstrating proposals and projects
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments at once
  • Knowledge of the latest building codes and site-related codes and regulations
  • Close attention to detail
  • Strong and effective negotiation skills, both verbally and written
  • Reading ability to understand information contained in memoranda, reports and bulletins, etc., effectively
  • Ability to operate computer and other business machines with speed and accuracy
  • Math skills including algebra, geometry, and basic arithmetic needed to prepare takeoffs, estimates, and cost analysis
  • Strong time management skill, communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills
  • Environmental and Physical Demands of the Position

  • Typical office, industrial operation or construction site environment
  • Physically fit to walk in the construction site from one end to the other, ability to obtain information needed for estimation
  • Bending / twisting and reaching
  • Far vision at 20 feet or further; near vision at 20 inches or less
  • Lifting and carrying 50 pounds or less
  • Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and stooping
  • Talking and hearing; use of the phone
  • Hold a valid US driver’s license
  • Education and Experience

  • A bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction or a similar field from an accredited college or university, or;
  • Any combination of education and experience provides the necessary knowledge and skills.
  • Salary : $64,000 - $100,000

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