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Location: Columbus, OH | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with some overtime as needed | Compensation: $64,000+, up to $100,000 for senior level

Overview

A leading design-build general contractor based in north Columbus is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator, preferably with a background in the industrial market, to join its preconstruction team. This role works closely with internal and external design and engineering professionals from early design development through project completion, playing a key part in accurate budgeting and successful project delivery.

What you'll do

• Accurately read blueprints, specifications, and other technical documents to understand scope of work for bid preparation and estimates
• Stay current on safety codes and construction improvements
• Navigate and understand building codes and other site-related codes and regulations
• Prepare preliminary budget forecasts on schematic or progress designs for preconstruction teams
• Work closely with architects and other internal and external professionals throughout projects
• Maintain an up-to-date library of bids, engineering firms, trade contractors/suppliers, and material/equipment catalogues
• Coordinate and conduct contractor pre-bid meetings onsite or online
• Maintain close communication with key contractors/bidders during bids and construction
• Prepare bid documents for construction projects with the preconstruction design team and external engineers
• Evaluate offers to purchase based on site requirements, additions, and costing changes
• Resolve cost differences by analyzing and collecting information
• Identify possible value engineering and cost-saving options
• Write and present budgets, reports, and project plans for supervisor review
• Schedule meetings with clients, site managers, and staff as required
• Process paperwork and travel to building sites as required
• Monitor construction processes

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction, or a similar field from an accredited college or university, or a minimum of 3 or 7+ years of construction estimation experience with an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to navigate specifications and plans with thorough knowledge
• 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 verbal and written
• Ability to read and understand information in memoranda, reports, and bulletins effectively
• Ability to operate computers and other business machines with speed and accuracy
• Math skills including algebra, geometry, and basic arithmetic for takeoffs, estimates, and cost analysis
• Strong time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Physically able to walk construction sites from one end to the other and gather information needed for estimation
• Ability to bend, twist, and reach
• Far vision at 20 feet or further; near vision at 20 inches or less
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or less
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and stoop
• Ability to talk and hear, including phone use
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Eligibility to work in the United States required; sponsorship unavailable

Preferred qualifications

• Experience within the industrial construction market preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Salary of $64,000+ and up to $100,000 for senior-level candidates
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Up to 3% retirement contribution
• Vacation and sick time

Why this role

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with design and engineering teams on projects from early development through completion, with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement contributions.