Purchasing Estimator – Transportation Construction

Kokosing; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking an Estimator (Purchasing) to support transportation projects in Ohio and neighboring states, based in Westerville or Elyria. You will prepare complete estimate packages, coordinate with subcontractors, and help mitigate risks for large-scale highway and infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes evaluating bids, soliciting vendor pricing, and maintaining cost records while collaborating with operations to ensure bid accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience in estimating, engineering, or procurement for heavy civil projects preferred.
• Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid or similar estimating software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review project documents to determine scope and content of estimates.
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors and material vendors for each project.
• Analyze quotes and input pricing into estimating software accurately.
• Maintain records of historical prices and cost models.
• Coordinate with project operations to resolve vendor/subcontractor issues.

Skills

Reading drawings/engineer docs

Estimating knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Spreadsheet skills

Numerical aptitude

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Civil Engineering

Industrial Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Kokosing is seeking an Estimator (Purchasing) to support transportation projects in Ohio and neighboring states, based in Westerville or Elyria. You will prepare complete estimate packages, coordinate with subcontractors, and help mitigate risks for large-scale highway and infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes evaluating bids, soliciting vendor pricing, and maintaining cost records while collaborating with operations to ensure bid accuracy and compliance.