Senior Estimator

Lithko; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lithko Contracting, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our estimating team. You will support the Estimating and Pre-Construction Lead in bid preparation for commercial and industrial projects, including quantity take-offs, pricing, and proposal development.

This is a remote opportunity for the right candidate, with occasional travel to Lithko offices as needed and preference for candidates near Lithko locations. A strong background in concrete estimating is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with negotiated and hard bid processes on commercial/industrial projects over $1M.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Establish estimates with alternates, general conditions, pricing, labor and wage rates per bid strategy.
• Develop conceptual estimates from limited information.
• Perform detailed take-offs for concrete scope items.
• Prepare comprehensive customer proposals with scope, terms, and bid pricing.
• Deliver accurate project information to the team during turnover and planning phases.
• Guide estimators and coordinators in tasks, processes, and tools to ensure estimate accuracy.

Skills

Estimating

Excel

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are

At Lithko Contracting, you'll be part of a team that's leading the way in concrete construction. Our expertise spans various industries, including industrial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare and educational institutions, chip plants, and data centers. Each year, we place over 100 million square feet of concrete and generate over $2 billion in revenue. With more than 26 locations across the nation and over 6,500 coworkers, Lithko offers ample opportunities to advance your skills, grow your career, and build beyond expectations.

The Role

Lithko Contracting, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Estimating team. In this role, you will support the Estimating team and Pre-Construction Lead in all aspects of estimating, including quantity take-offs, pricing, and bidding for commercial and industrial projects. This position is critical for ensuring accurate and competitive bids, contributing to the successful acquisition and execution of projects. This is a remote opportunity for the right candidate. Candidates located anywhere in the US will be considered, but preference may be given to candidates in close proximity to a Lithko office. Travel to Lithko office locations may be required on occasion.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate Setup: Establish estimates with appropriate alternates, general conditions, vendor and subcontractor pricing, labor production, and wage rates in alignment with the bid strategy.
• Conceptual Estimating: Develop conceptual estimates from limited information, ensuring the inclusion of accurate alternates, general conditions, and pricing.
• Detailed Take-Offs: Perform detailed take-offs by identifying and quantifying all concrete scope items.
• Proposal Preparation: Create comprehensive customer proposals that include precise scope, terms, conditions, and a detailed breakdown of bid pricing.
• Project Information Management: Deliver accurate project information to the team during turnover and planning phases to ensure seamless project execution.
• Team Support: Guide estimators and project coordinators in task assignments, proper use of processes, and tools, validating the accuracy and completeness of estimates produced by the team.
• Operations Coordination: Ensure that the operations team receives correct and detailed information necessary for effective project execution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural concrete estimating for large-scale self-perform General Contractors or concrete contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with a variety of project types, with a particular focus on commercial and industrial projects valued over $1 million.
• Solid understanding of construction principles, as well as experience with both negotiated and hard bid processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.

Join Lithko Contracting and be a part of industry-leading projects as a Senior Estimator.

Lithko is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all races and ethnicities, and others to apply.

Details

LocationUnited States OH

Benefits401(k), 401(k) matching, Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance, Short-term disability insurance, Long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program

Total Compensation$0.00 - $0.00