Cost Estimator (temp)

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

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