Assistant Estimator Training

Assistant Estimator (On-the-Job-Training)

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Posted 4 months ago

Do you want to become a professional construction estimator while getting paid and learning from seasoned estimators with over 25 years of experience? Are you ready to thrive in a strong team environment?

At Dawn Incorporated we work hard, respect each other, and have fun! We provide construction services, including project management, construction planning, and design‑build across commercial, industrial, and federal markets. Our primary market is the Federal Government, with clients such as the US Air Force, GSA, and US Coast Guard. We typically work within a 5‑hour radius of our corporate office in Warren, OH.

• Highly competitive salary (rate based on skills and experience)
• Training and support
• Advancement opportunities
• Paid/on‑the‑job training
• Flexible work schedule
• Full‑time employees are eligible for:
• Excellent Benefits Package (Health/Vision/Dental/Life/Accident)
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Vacation and Paid Holidays

Monday – Friday (normal business hours between 7 AM‑5 PM EST). Employees may start work at their convenience M‑F between 6 AM and 9 AM.

The Assistant Estimator is a part‑time or full‑time employee who is in training while on‑the‑job. During the training period, under the guidance of a professional estimator, you will: gain basic knowledge of estimating construction projects (building and renovations); represent the company in client and subcontractor meetings; learn company programs and solutions; qualify for all estimating functions related to design and design/bid/build construction;

and acquire detailed knowledge of construction specifications, plans, requirements, codes, technology, and industry best practice.

• Minimum of 20 hours per week (part‑time) up to 40+ hours per week (full‑time)
• Recent graduate of, or currently enrolled in, a Construction Management, Engineering, or similar program with at least 2 years of study
• Desire to learn construction estimating while working in Dawn Incorporated’s Estimating Department, with the end goal of full‑time employment as a professional estimator
• At least 18 years of age
• US Citizen
• Valid driver’s license
• Pass a pre‑employment drug test and federal background check

• Complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of training in the Estimating Department
• May be required to work anywhere in the service area (within a 5‑hour radius of Warren, OH); company pays travel expenses

• Attend site visits and pre‑bid meetings
• Review specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work
• Perform takeoffs utilizing industry software such as On‑Screen and RS Means
• Nurture long‑lasting relationships with clients, designers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Frequent communication—including phone calls and emails—to solicit subcontractor bids and gauge project interest
• Other duties may be assigned

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi‑task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and Adobe

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