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Construction Estimator - Bloomfield, MI

O'Brien Construction
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI
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18 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

O'Brien Construction Company is a leading construction firm dedicated to delivering exceptional projects that positively impact our communities. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a critical role in guiding projects from early concept through final buyout. This includes shaping project budgets, managing preconstruction milestones, evaluating subcontractor scope, and collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support all aspects of preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including construction schedule development, logistics planning, bid strategy, quantity takeoffs, constructability reviews, subcontractor/vendor pricing analysis, and presentations to clients
  • Develop detailed, accurate, and complete estimates that align with project goals
  • Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages and clearly communicate scope, strategy, and assumptions to internal partners, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
  • Analyze bid results and make well-informed recommendations for subcontractor and vendor awards
  • Maintain and manage the preconstruction project files to ensure a smooth handoff to project operations and enable a successful project launch

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
  • At least five (5) years industry-related estimating experience
  • Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with diverse teams

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement

O'Brien Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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Numbers & Facts

LocationBloomfield Hills, MI
IndustryConstruction - Residential & Commercial/Office
Company Size10 to 19 employees
Year Founded1999
Websitehttp://www.ocincnet.com

About Company

Meet O'Brien Construction

 O’Brien Construction Company, Inc, (OCI) is a full-service client based construction and project management company. OCI provides high quality construction services in numerous regions throughout the United States. Founded in 1999, OCI has completed numerous projects in various market sectors. These include: 

Retail

Commercial

Educational  

Auto dealerships

Industrial 

Additionally, OCI is fiscally strong. We maintain non-signatory bonding so that we can better service our clients.

Our Philosophy

Commitment

OCI is committed to each and every client. We understand that each project is unique and deserving of quality service. 

Integrity

OCI‘s integrity has allowed us to build a solid reputation. We pride ourselves in maintaining a high rate of repeat business.

Our Process (How We Do What We Do)

OCI is flexible, willing and able, making us unique among construction management companies. We understand that each project has specific issues. Therefore, we invest time with our clients to better understand their specific needs and goals. Once we understand these needs, we assemble a solid team to successfully complete the project on time and within budget. 

Our personnel include professionals with a wide variety of construction experience and backgrounds. We are proud of our team and their commitment to providing professional services to our clients.

Services

OCI provides a variety of services to its clients. These services include: 

General Contracting

Design Build Services

“At Risk” Construction Management

Build to Suit / Turn Key Construction

Owners Rep Services

Construction Management/Owner’s Representative

Development Construction Services

Due Diligence for Construction Concerns    

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Bid Analysisunmatched
  • Bid Packagesunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Engineeringunmatched
  • Construction Estimatesunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Scheduleunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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