Estimator - North Canton, OH

StoryPoint; North Canton (OH, CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive |

Paid time off, tuition reimbursement,

Job summary

O'Brien Construction Company is seeking an Estimator to guide projects from early concept through final buyout, shaping budgets, managing milestones, and evaluating subcontractor scope. You will collaborate with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and a minimum of five years of estimating experience, with strong communication and organizational skills to drive successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• At least five (5) years industry-related estimating experience.
• Creative and results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support all aspects of preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including schedule development, logistics planning, bid strategy, quantity takeoffs, constructability reviews, subcontractor/vendor pricing analysis, and client presentations.
• Develop detailed, accurate estimates aligned with project goals.
• Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages, communicating scope, strategy, and assumptions clearly to internal partners, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Analyze bid results and make recommendations for subcontractor and vendor awards.
• Maintain and manage preconstruction project files to ensure a smooth handoff to operations and a successful project launch.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction coordination

Bid strategy

Constructability reviews

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

About the Role

O'Brien Construction Company is a leading construction firm dedicated to delivering exceptional projects that positively impact our communities. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a critical role in guiding projects from early concept through final buyout. This includes shaping project budgets, managing preconstruction milestones, evaluating subcontractor scope, and collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support all aspects of preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including construction schedule development, logistics planning, bid strategy, quantity takeoffs, constructability reviews, subcontractor/vendor pricing analysis, and presentations to clients
• Develop detailed, accurate, and complete estimates that align with project goals
• Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages and clearly communicate scope, strategy, and assumptions to internal partners, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Analyze bid results and make well-informed recommendations for subcontractor and vendor awards
• Maintain and manage the preconstruction project files to ensure a smooth handoff to project operations and enable a successful project launch

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• At least five (5) years industry-related estimating experience
• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with diverse teams

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement

O'Brien Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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