Estimator - Heavy Civil

Metric Geo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo is partnered with a leading heavy civil contractor to hire an Estimator in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on estimating heavy highway, bridge, earthwork, and underground utility projects.

Ideal candidates will have experience in the ODOT/DOT markets and a strong grasp of construction costs, quantities, and bid preparation. The position offers a fast-paced environment with rapid movement for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating heavy civil projects.
• Experience with highway, bridge, earthwork or utility work.
• ODOT or DOT estimating experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of costs, quantities and bid preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Analyse plans, specifications and project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Work with Project Managers to develop competitive bids.
• Identify risks, cost efficiencies and value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Estimating

Heavy civil

Bid preparation

Subcontractor pricing

Plan analysis

Job description

Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction - Columbus, OH

Metric Geo is confidentially partnered with a leading heavy civil contractor looking to add an Estimator to its team in Columbus.

The focus is on candidates with experience estimating heavy highway, bridge, earthwork, and underground utility projects, ideally within the ODOT market and other large public projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid proposals.
• Analyse plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Work alongside Project Managers and Operations to develop competitive bids.
• Identify project risks, cost efficiencies, and value engineering opportunities.

Ideal Background

• Estimating experience within heavy civil construction.
• Experience with highway, bridge, earthwork, or utility projects.
• ODOT or DOT estimating experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, quantities, and bid preparation.

This role is high in demand and the contractor will move quickly for the right candidate.