Estimator

Overview George J. Igel & Co., Inc. Estimator Reports to: Senior Estimator FLSA Status: Exempt Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (One (1) Hour Lunch) Job Location: 3500 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43207- This position is primarily in person, with hybrid work capabilities. General Overview: An Estimator contributes to the Department’s goal of maintaining a specified profitable backlog by performing estimating and sales functions. Our estimators strive for innovation, accuracy, and creativity in our estimates. This person should consistently demonstrate our company values of Integrity, Gratitude, Excellence, and Leadership. Responsibilities Thoroughly reviews project documents to provide accurate take-off and consistent quantities of items of work Seeks input from Field Leadership and Project Management, and reviews cost history from applicable software to price items of work Determines, discusses, and documents project risk with appropriate stakeholders throughout the bidding process Provides consistent, timely, and clearly defined quotation letters with explicit references to avoid miscommunication and minimize risk to the Company Accurately completes bid forms Chases bid projects as assigned Re-prices work as necessary from negotiations Develops presentations when necessary Interacts with subcontractors and vendors with integrity to acquire quotes and minimize commitment Markets Company capabilities by developing relationships with our clients and engineers Seeks new work opportunities and responds to inquiries about prospective projects Assists Project Management and Field Leadership with projects as questions arise Participates in internal and external meetings including pre- and post-job meetings as required Reviews contracts to check scope and price, and identifies errors Pursues creative value engineering opportunities Knows and adheres to all Company policies and procedures Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of Estimating software, Microsoft Office applications, and Bluebeam; Skilled in being highly detail-oriented, multitasking, prioritize work assignments, and communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and in writing; ability to read and comprehend written materials, including emails, reports, and policies; Skilled in reading and interpreting construction plans, with the ability to perform intermediate math functions and use an Engineer’s scale; ability to focus and maintain concentration for extended periods while performing tasks that require attention to detail; ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are met; must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time; ability to move around the office to access cabinets, office machinery, attend in-person meetings. Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or more. Qualifications One (1) to three (3) years of experience in civil construction industry preferred Four (4) year degree in Construction Management or related field of study preferred Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. (George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is a SUPR Drug-Free Workplace and tests for marijuana) Must maintain an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) that meets the Company’s eligibility requirements Comprehensive Employee Benefit Program Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Policies Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Policies Paid Holidays Birth Recovery and Parental Leave Professional Development Student Loan Repayment 401k Profit Sharing and Match Performance Bonus Program Wellness Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Health Advocate Wellness Program Equal Opportunity Employer Note: This refined description preserves the job content while meeting formatting guidelines. It has been reformatted to use allowed HTML structure with proper headings and lists. It does not include disallowed tags or emojis. #J-18808-Ljbffr