The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire an Estimator out of our Sharon Center or Columbus offices.
Summary: Prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for one or more work types.
Responsibilities:
- Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
- Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
- Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current/accurate information on prices from suppliers.
- Maintain database with current contact information for subcontractors and vendors.
- Update external company website with current bid information.
- Request quotes; organize, review, and log quotes received.
- Support other department personnel as required.
- Visit project sites to observe construction methods.
- Update skills for software tools and technology utilization.
- Perform post-bid analysis; i.e. bid tabulations.
- Assist with cost control system set-up.
- Participate in bid review meetings with owner or owner's representatives as needed.
- Participate in project hand-off meetings.
- Assist with making phone calls or making copies of documents, proposals.
- Deliver major bids; pick up drawings and other miscellaneous bid-related errands.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chief Estimator.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of construction experience.
- Advanced math and computer skills.
- Ability to conceptualize a project schedule from start through completion including sequence/phasing of work.
- Knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost control.
- Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and HCSS Heavy Bid is a plus; ability to learn additional software programs.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good time management and organization skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Team-focused mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships.
- Commitment to Company values.
Direct Report(s): Intern
The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age (age 40 or older), color, disability or handicap, veteran/military status, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.