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Construction Estimator

Kelchner

Springboro, Ohio

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction, Construction Estimates, Contract Analysis, Cost Estimates, Earthmoving/Earthworks, Excavation, Government Contracts, Government Requirements, Interpersonal Skills, Job Requisition Posting, Material Take Off, Materials Analysis, Materials Testing, Mathematics, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Proposal Writing, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Springboro, Ohio
POSTED
10 days ago
Kelchner is currently seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team in Springboro, Ohio
 
Essential Functions
  • Must be able understand and follow plans and specifications 
  • Development of multidiscipline material/subs takeoffs (MTO)
  • Send requests for quotes to subcontractor and material suppliers
  • Evaluation of material/subcontract cost estimates and proposals
  • Prepare comparisons of scope, quantities, and cost data between projects
  • Prepare and submit proposals to Clients
  • Negotiate, clarify and answer questions/concerns with our Clients
  • Develops and maintains resource information on vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
  • Prepare hand-off meeting to project team, attend post job reviews 

Work Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience estimating civil construction projects including excavation, earthwork, dirt work and underground utilities
  • Understands all aspects of estimating, including take-offs, unit pricing, buy-outs, and preparing scopes and bid
  • Possess strong mathematical and computer skills
  • Proficiency in estimating software, HCSS / Heavy Bid preferred
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Schedule)
  • Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities
  • Ability to work in a team environment and fit in with company culture and processes
  • Ability to professionally operate in a fast-paced environment maintained by a company in a positive, controlled growth mode
  • Ability to work the hours required to support the role
  • Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done
  • Effective professional oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal skills
 

About the Company

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Kelchner

Since 1948, Kelchner has been an industry leader in heavy/civil construction and grown to one of the top 20 excavation firms in the country (ENR magazine survey). Headquartered in Springboro, OH with regional offices in St. Clairsville, OH, Williamstown, WV, and Houston, TX, Kelchner specializes in heavy/civil construction and energy services including, large earthwork projects, site preparation, road work, stabilization, well pad and pipeline construction.

At Kelchner, we work hard for our customers with the highest level of professionalism and industry leading techniques. Our employees live and breathe our core values:

  • Safety
  • Trust
  • Honesty
  • Commitment
  • Friendly Culture
  • Teamwork

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Construction
FOUNDED
1948
WEBSITE
http://www.kelchner.com/

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