Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Job Summary

Job Title: Estimator

Reports to: Vice President or Senior Leadership

Location: Dayton, Ohio

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Updated: May 2026

Chapel is currently hiring an experienced electrical Estimator. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating contract work, interpreting construction documents, and predicting project costs. The individual will represent the company in many aspects and will work closely with Owners, Construction and Project Managers.

• Analyze, review and interpret engineering contracts, plans and specifications to develop detailed, comprehensive construction estimates for both small and large projects.
• Complete estimate take‑off within time deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Accurately define project requirements.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Attend pre‑bid meetings and ensure complete scope of work required.
• Assist in determining project resource requirements in alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Provide liaison support to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all estimates submitted are as accurate and complete as possible.
• Provide timely project turnover documentation from estimating to project management.

Education and Experience

• Strong time management and detail orientation skills are required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years’ experience estimating.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation and math skills.
• Accubid experience is a plus.

Required Attributes and Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead people and achieve results through others.
• Effective organization of multiple projects and resource planning skills.
• Technical skills necessary for project engineering.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Commitment to company values.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with their talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.