Senior Construction Estimator & Project Lead

Klingelhofer Management Group, LLC; Louisville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DirtWorks Drainage is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator / Project Manager in Louisville, OH to lead bids and own projects from bidding through completion. You will develop accurate cost estimates, evaluate risks and margins, and coordinate with field teams to ensure profitability and on‑time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in estimating or PM, strong math skills, and proficiency with Excel and estimating tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating and/or project management experience preferred.
• Experience in civil construction, excavation, earthwork, drainage, utilities, or site development.
• Strong mathematical abilities and a solid understanding of construction costs, production rates, and profit margins.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience preparing detailed construction estimates and managing project budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating or project management software.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, bid packages, and project requirements.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, trucking, and subcontractors.
• Evaluate production rates, project risks, costs, and anticipated profit margins.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct job site visits.
• Obtain and analyze vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Prepare competitive proposals and submit bids within established deadlines.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative construction methods.
• Work with leadership to evaluate and prioritize bidding opportunities.

Skills

Civil construction

Earthwork

Drainage

Estimate & bid

Cost analysis

Reading blueprints

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

PM software

Job description

DirtWorks Drainage is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator / Project Manager in Louisville, OH to lead bids and own projects from bidding through completion. You will develop accurate cost estimates, evaluate risks and margins, and coordinate with field teams to ensure profitability and on‑time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in estimating or PM, strong math skills, and proficiency with Excel and estimating tools.