Construction Estimator: Grow, Collaborate, Impact

OHLA USA; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Engaging work environment

Job summary

OHLA USA in Maryland is seeking a Junior Estimator to coordinate bid documents, perform takeoffs, and manage subcontractor and vendor pricing. You will support project start-up meetings and prepare owner estimates, requisitions, and cost-to-completes.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of estimating experience, a civil/structural engineering or architecture background, and familiarity with takeoff software. This role offers an engaging, collaborative environment in a growing company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of estimating experience.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Career progression demonstrated in prior roles.
• Experience with take-offs, pricing, and subcontractor communication.
• familiarity with MDOT, VDOT, DC Water, WSSC, WMATA, VRE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigate specs, scope, and drawings to understand bid requirements.
• Perform takeoffs and calculations accurately and on time.
• Visit sites to gather data and verify production rates.
• Adjust bid methods based on new information during bidding.
• Negotiate cost, quality, and delivery using buyout procedures.
• Identify contract risks and communicate with Contracts dept.
• Contribute to pricing strategies and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with BD, Engineering and Operations to price bids on time.
• Draft proposals per RFP with detailed pricing and clarifications.

Skills

Estimating experience

Teamwork

Time management

Career progression

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering or architecture

Tools

Primavera

HCSS

OST (On Screen Takeoff)

AGTEK

Job description

OHLA USA in Maryland is seeking a Junior Estimator to coordinate bid documents, perform takeoffs, and manage subcontractor and vendor pricing. You will support project start-up meetings and prepare owner estimates, requisitions, and cost-to-completes.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of estimating experience, a civil/structural engineering or architecture background, and familiarity with takeoff software. This role offers an engaging, collaborative environment in a growing company.