Project Estimator

Roguesearch; Lordstown (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Roguesearch, a global leader in industrial construction, seeks an experienced Estimator to support a major multi-year project. You will lead cost projections, review drawings, and coordinate with subcontractors across disciplines to ensure accurate bids.

You will prepare conceptual and detailed estimates, evaluate bids, and identify value engineering opportunities. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of estimating experience within industrial or commercial construction, preferably supporting industrial or manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of civil/sitework construction, including concrete, paving, underground utilities, and grading.
• Experience with construction bidding, subcontractor proposals, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual and detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project scopes to develop accurate budgets and bids.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and field operations to clarify project requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and alternative construction solutions.
• Track cost changes, prepare estimate comparisons, and communicate project budgets.
• Support the bidding process through subcontractor selection and contract finalization.

Skills

Estimating

Cost analysis

Subcontractor coordination

Communication

Analytical

Organizational skills

Reading drawings/specs

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related technical field

Tools

WinEst

Timberline

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Join a global leader in industrial construction! We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support a major, multi-year industrial construction project. This opportunity is ideal for a construction professional with strong estimating, cost analysis, and subcontractor coordination experience.

Highlights:

• Over $14B in revenue and in business for over 200 years – stability through market changes.
• Opportunity to drive a substantial, multi-year project.
• Excellent benefits and solid compensation structure.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the construction estimating process from initial budgets through subcontractor award, ensuring accurate cost projections, competitive bids, and alignment with project requirements.

What you will do:

• Prepare conceptual and detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project scopes to develop accurate budgets and bids.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and field operations to clarify project requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and alternative construction solutions.
• Track cost changes, prepare estimate comparisons, and communicate project budgets.
• Support the bidding process through subcontractor selection and contract finalization.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of estimating experience within industrial or commercial construction, preferably supporting industrial or manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of civil/sitework construction, including concrete, paving, underground utilities, and grading.
• Experience with construction bidding, subcontractor proposals, and cost analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, and CSI MasterFormat cost divisions.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software such as WinEst, Timberline, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.