Masonry Estimator: Bids, Budgets & Career Growth

Embark Recruiting Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Company phone or phone allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Our Columbus, OH area client is a fast-growing masonry contractor seeking an Estimator to join the team. You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates for multifamily, commercial, and institutional projects.

Collaborate with owners, vendors, field personnel, and accounting to ensure bids are accurate and timely. The role supports bid preparation, submittals, material procurement, and on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in construction estimating or related field.
• Knowledge of masonry construction materials (CMU, brick, stone veneer).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software and MS Office applications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs and bid documents to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using estimating software.
• Develop detailed cost estimates and submit competitive proposals.
• Communicate with customers throughout the bidding process to secure new business.
• Coordinate with the accounting team to transition awarded projects from estimating to active jobs.
• Prepare and submit material submittals in accordance with project specifications.
• Procure materials and coordinate deliveries to meet project schedules.
• Collaborate with field superintendents to keep projects on schedule and cost within budget.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Quantity takeoffs

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Columbus, OH area client is a fast-growing masonry contractor seeking an Estimator to join the team. You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates for multifamily, commercial, and institutional projects.

Collaborate with owners, vendors, field personnel, and accounting to ensure bids are accurate and timely. The role supports bid preparation, submittals, material procurement, and on-time project delivery.