Construction Estimator

Cleveland Construction is growing and and looking to add an Estimator to their Estimating Department in our Mentor, OH office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough reviews of project documents, including geotechnical reports; Phase I and Phase II environmental reports; hazardous-material reports; schematics; design-development and construction drawings; and specifications.
• Prepare project-specific estimates and general conditions.
• Complete detailed quantity takeoffs.
• Develop project-specific scopes of work for distribution to bidding subcontractors.
• Develop project-specific qualifications for submission to the owner with requests for proposals (RFPs) or bids.

Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with diverse team members.
• Ability to work efficiently while accurately capturing the primary scope of work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assess risk across a range of project scopes and geographic locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoff software is preferred.
• Aptitude for learning new computer systems.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, business, finance, or a related field.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role, the company, and the industry.
• College coursework or internship experience focused on estimating.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to complete tasks using a computer and other office equipment.
• Frequent talking, hearing, and visual activity, with occasional standing, walking, and reaching.
• Work is performed in a business-office environment using computers, printers, and phones.