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Civil Construction Estimator

The Great Lakes Construction Co.
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Estimator prepares cost estimates of probable project costs on materials, equipment, and labor and includes other costs such as the contractor's general conditions, fees, and overheads. Estimators base the calculations on quotations, schematic drawings, contract bids, and specifications. The Estimator works closely with operations build teams, vendors, owners, engineers, and others to arrive at these estimates.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Promotes safety, quality, efficiency, and core values
  • Estimating Scopes :

Earthwork

  • Roadway
  • Utilities (waterline, storm, and sanitary sewer)
  • Concrete Flatwork
  • Concrete Structures
  • Deep Foundations
  • Bridges
  • Sheet Piling
  • Reviews and understands drawings, specifications, and proposals
  • Analyzes labor, material, and time requirements for a project
  • Reviews takeoff quantities to ensure accuracy used in estimates
  • Performs the necessary calculations to ensure that all estimated costs are accurate and current
  • Cost out bid items using a detailed activity breakdown structure
  • Performs takeoff of necessary labor, equipment, and material to ensure a high-quality and timely estimate
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with contractors and vendors to ensure highly competitive bids and insight into market forecasts
  • Obtains quotes from suppliers and contractors within the specified time frame
  • Assesses the risk levels associated with a project
  • Prepares and leads bid reviews with management
  • Prepares and submits quotations and details of costs for work to be done
  • Participates in planning and progress meetings
  • This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change or include additional items at any time and without prior notice, verbally or in writing.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related field
  • Experience

  • Minimum of two years of experience in construction or related industry
  • Knowledge of construction principles
  • Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid is preferred
  • Competencies

  • Proficient with Bluebeam Revu
  • Proficient in written and verbal skills, attention to detail
  • Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
  • Has the ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and proposals
  • Organized, consistent, and detail-oriented, including time management skills
  • Proficient in data analysis and critical thinking
  • Previous experience estimating projects into the $ 5 million range
  • Valid Driver’s License Required

    POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

    This is a full-time position, and the work week for employees is normally considered 40 hours Monday through Friday. Flexibility is required to support time-sensitive issues as they arise. However, greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to this position.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The work is performed in a non-smoking office environment. The noise level in the work environment is typical of most office environments. The majority of the work schedule will be performed in the office with minimal travel required.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    An employee must meet the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    Employees must have the ability to :

  • Sit (or stand) for prolonged periods of time
  • Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
  • Occasionally bend, twist, squat, and kneel
  • Occasionally walk up and down the stairs
  • Demonstrate visual acuity with or without corrected vision
  • Demonstrate hearing acuity with or without corrected hearing
  • The Great Lakes Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment / promotion without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, national origin, disability, political affiliation, military service, GINA (genetic information), or any other protected category or non-merit-based factor, and to treat all employees equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfer. Great Lakes will follow its EEO policy in implementing all employment actions, practices, and policies.

    Company Description

    The Great Lakes Construction Co. is a 100% employee owned company. As an ESOP Company (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), our employees share in the success and profits of the company. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for partners to contribute to our continued success. You will enjoy the opportunity to grow as an employee owner in a results-oriented atmosphere. The Great Lakes Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, veteran, or disability status. The Great Lakes Construction Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    The Great Lakes Way ... Safe. Capable. Efficient."

    Apply online at www.GreatLakesWay.com

    Company Description

    The Great Lakes Construction Co. is a 100% employee owned company. As an ESOP Company (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), our employees share in the success and profits of the company. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for partners to contribute to our continued success. You will enjoy the opportunity to grow as an employee owner in a results-oriented atmosphere. The Great Lakes Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, veteran, or disability status. The Great Lakes Construction Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. "The Great Lakes Way ... Safe. Capable. Efficient." Apply online at www.GreatLakesWay.com

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