Construction Estimator
Location: Wolf Creek Contracting office in Waterford, Ohio. Team members are expected to commute daily; remote work is not available.
About the Company
Wolf Creek Contracting is a full‑service general contractor serving commercial, industrial, and municipal markets across the eastern United States. Capabilities include general contracting, design‑build, construction management, concrete, civil and industrial work, new construction, renovations, additions, and streetscapes. The company builds projects the right way through strong planning, collaboration, and field‑driven execution.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for concrete, general trades, and general contracting projects. The role supports growth by pursuing the right work, building strong proposals, and supporting projects from pre‑construction through turnover. The estimator works closely with company leadership, project management, and field teams to ensure estimates are complete, realistic, and aligned with field execution.
Responsibilities
- Identify and track bidding opportunities; review plans, specs, addenda, and RFIs.
- Attend pre‑bid meetings and site walks; support Go/No‑Go decisions with leadership.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for self‑perform scopes.
- Build estimates using internal pricing and subcontractor quotes; develop general conditions, labor, equipment, and logistics pricing.
- Identify constructability risks and value‑engineering options.
- Create bid packages and scope documents; solicit, track, and review subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Prepare bid tabs and scope comparisons; support negotiations and buyout activities.
- Prepare estimate turnover packages for project teams; support early buyout and scope clarification.
- Participate in post‑job reviews to improve future estimates.
Requirements
- 3–7 years of estimating experience in commercial construction.
- Strong knowledge of concrete, general contracting, and general trades scopes.
- Experience with self‑perform and subcontracted work.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, and Microsoft Office (Procore a plus).
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and contract documents.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and integrity.
Work Environment & Travel
- Office‑based role with periods of high activity during bid cycles.
- Travel required for site walks, pre‑bid meetings, and client meetings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Leave time
- Paid holidays
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Account
Core Values
- Value Honesty
- Amazing Judgment
- Leading by Taking Action
- Unified Team
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Swift to Change