Estimator - Bridge/Infrastructure

Protouch Staffing; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing seeks an experienced Estimator for our Columbus, OH area project team. The role focuses on accurate take-offs, pricing, and risk assessment to support a profitable backlog.

This position is primarily in person with hybrid work capabilities.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in civil construction preferred.
• Four (4) year degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in bidding on bridge and infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must maintain an MVR that meets the Company's eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly reviews project documents to provide accurate take-off and consistent quantities of items of work.
• Seeks input from Field Leadership and Project Management, and reviews cost history from applicable software to price items of work.
• Determines, discusses, and documents project risk with appropriate stakeholders throughout the bidding process.
• Provides consistent, timely, and clearly defined quotation letters with explicit references to avoid miscommunication and minimize risk to the Company.
• Accurately completes bid forms.
• Chases bid projects as assigned.
• Re-prices work as necessary from negotiations.
• Develops presentations when necessary.
• Interacts with subcontractors and vendors with integrity to acquire quotes and minimize commitment.
• Markets Company capabilities by developing relationships with our clients and engineers.
• Seeks new work opportunities and responds to inquiries about prospective projects.
• Assists Project Management and Field Leadership with projects as questions arise.
• Participates in internal and external meetings including pre- and post-job meetings as required.
• Reviews contracts to check scope and price, and identifies errors.
• Pursues creative value engineering opportunities.
• Knows and adheres to all Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Communication

Reading plans

Education

Four-year degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Location: 3500 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43207- This position is primarily in person, with hybrid work capabilities.

General Overview: An Estimator contributes to the Department's goal of maintaining a specified profitable backlog by performing estimating and sales functions. Our estimators strive for innovation, accuracy, and creativity in our estimates. This person should consistently demonstrate our company values of Integrity, Gratitude, Excellence, and Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly reviews project documents to provide accurate take-off and consistent quantities of items of work
• Seeks input from Field Leadership and Project Management, and reviews cost history from applicable software to price items of work
• Determines, discusses, and documents project risk with appropriate stakeholders throughout the bidding process
• Provides consistent, timely, and clearly defined quotation letters with explicit references to avoid miscommunication and minimize risk to the Company
• Accurately completes bid forms
• Chases bid projects as assigned
• Re-prices work as necessary from negotiations
• Develops presentations when necessary
• Interacts with subcontractors and vendors with integrity to acquire quotes and minimize commitment
• Markets Company capabilities by developing relationships with our clients and engineers
• Seeks new work opportunities and responds to inquiries about prospective projects
• Assists Project Management and Field Leadership with projects as questions arise
• Participates in internal and external meetings including pre- and post-job meetings as required
• Reviews contracts to check scope and price, and identifies errors
• Pursues creative value engineering opportunities
• Knows and adheres to all Company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

This list is non-exhaustive. Job responsibilities may vary based on operational needs and the instructions of the employee's supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of Estimating software, Microsoft Office applications, and Bluebeam; Skilled in being highly detail-oriented, multitasking, prioritize work assignments, and communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and in writing; ability to read and comprehend written materials, including emails, reports, and policies; Skilled in reading and interpreting construction plans, with the ability to perform intermediate math functions and use an Engineer's scale; ability to focus and maintain concentration for extended periods while performing tasks that require attention to detail; ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are met; must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time; ability to move around the office to access cabinets, office machinery, attend in-person meetings. Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or more.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in civil construction industry preferred
• Four (4) year degree in Construction Management or related field of study preferred
• Experience in bidding on bridge and infrastructure projects is highly preferred
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. (Our firm is a SUPR Drug-Free Workplace and tests for marijuana)
• Must maintain an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) that meets the Company's eligibility requirements