Construction Estimator
Location: Columbus, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Position Overview
Our client, a reputable general contractor based in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Commercial Construction Estimator to join their growing team. This individual will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial projects across the industrial, office, education, and healthcare sectors. Project sizes range from $10,000 to $20 million. This role will primarily support the Design/Build Manager by preparing estimates for schematic, design development, and permit-level drawings.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop accurate budgets for projects at conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases
• Prepare competitive hard-bid estimates for plan and spec projects
• Assist the service department with smaller project estimates and line-item budgets
• Perform value engineering analysis to optimize project costs
• Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and deadlines
• Present budgets and estimates to clients, providing supporting documentation as needed
• Collaborate with designers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams throughout the estimating process
Qualifications & Skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong client and vendor relationships
• Skilled at developing scope of work from limited or conceptual information
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and writing skills
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Growth mindset with a desire to contribute to company expansion
• Strong computer proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confident presentation skills
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field
• 3–5 years of commercial construction estimating experience