Construction Estimator - Worthington

Japanese General Construction company seeks a Construction Estimator (Industrial/ General Construction)- Worthington, OH.

Job Title:

Construction Estimator (Industrial& General Construction)
Job Type: Full-time
FLSA status:
Exempt
Report to:
Preconstruction Manager

Location:

Worthington, OH (Onsite)
Pay Range: $64000-$100000 DOE

*** Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO
• AD&D Insurance/Disability
• others

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.

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

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

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

• 1. A bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction, or a related field from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of 2 years of construction estimation experience are required.

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