General Construction Estimator

We are growing and have an excellent opportunity for a skilled and experienced General Construction Estimator to join our team. As an estimator, you will play a crucial role in preparing quantity surveys, pricing, and bidding. This role will be responsible for accurately estimating the costs associated with construction projects, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of commercial construction methods and materials with experience in general contracting.

Dugan & Meyers has a collaborative approach. With 90 years of experience in the construction industry including General Construction, Construction Management, Design Build, Industrial Treatment (WTW/WWTP) and Concrete Construction services.

Your responsibilities in this role:

• Prior to beginning work become familiar with and review all bidding requirements in addition to the project documents

• Review project type and requirements and select subcontractors and material suppliers from the master bidders' lists that are appropriate for the project. Send out bid invitations via the latest bid invitation software and update the bidders' list as required. Contact key subcontractors and vendors early in the process to ensure pricing coverage

• Attend pre-bid meetings as required. Survey the situation to determine competition on the project. Review site logistics and access while on site.

• Prepare "take off" and check for completeness. Coordinate with 3rd party quantity take-off consultants when so utilized.

• Prepare pricing for all self-preformed work and adjust standard productivity in accordance with job requirements.

• Prepare estimate summary sheets, subcontractor/vendor comparisons, and bid sheets

• Communicate with designers on contract document items not clearly shown on the bid documents. Document using RFI's (Request for Information).

What you need to qualify:

• 5-10 years of job experience in commercial construction highly preferred

• BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering

• Thorough understanding of industry practices and standards

• Strong foundation in database management (ex. Excel) and related industry software (ex. Bluebeam)

• Highly collaborative work style with excellent communication skills

• Innate Technical and Mechanical Aptitude

What's in it for you:

• An employer and team that will invest in you; beyond just great benefits, we will listen and accommodate your needs to the best of our ability

• A company that is growing with excellent job stability.

• Career advancement with paid training and certification opportunities

• 401K with generous match

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits

• Paid time off (Including Birthday off with pay)

• Bring a friend, or two, with an uncapped referral bonus program

• Company Paid Life insurance

• And more!

Dugan & Meyers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of the Drug Free Safety Program.

Details

Employee Type

Full-Time Regular

Location

Cincinnati OH

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