Estimator - Columbus

Estimator

An industry-leading provider of commercial general contracting and design-build services for public and private sector construction clients across Ohio. Performing both interiors and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our Columbus communities. Apply now for consideration within 24 hours!

Job Description

The Estimator will be responsible for:

• Solicit and maintain strong relationships with current and potential clients
• Prepare and submit proposals, within time-frame and following up until closed
• Facilitate an effective hand-off to the project manager, engineers and architects
• Monitor budgets throughout the construction process
• Evaluate and prepare pricing for change orders.
• Manage bid pricing from all vendors
• Prepare cost analysis for internal team
• Communicate with trade partners and team members regarding new projects
• Update & maintain accurate pipeline reports, track leads, bookings, forecasting, reporting
• Build out a small department of other estimating professionals
• Flexible enough to handle some project management duties
• Ability to lead from the front
• Utilize technology to actualize on effective project and cost delivery
• Interview and hire for the estimating team
• Represent the company in all Pre-construction meetings with external parties

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Estimator will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Estimating or Pre-construction at a local General Contractor or Real Estate Developer
• The title of the role will depend on the individuals experience. All levels of estimators are welcome to apply.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and other Construction Software's
• Ability to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
• Ability to work hand-and-hand with in-house architects, engineers and designers
• Experience with conceptual and design-build estimates
• Experience maintaining strong relationship with local subcontractors, architects, and clients
• Potential interest in ownership or director level supervision preferred
• Leadership capabilities
• Impeccable problem-solving skills

What's on Offer

The Estimator will be offered:

• $100,000 - $125,000 Salary based off experience
• Individual performance bonuses
• Company profit bonuses
• Health insurance benefits
• Dental insurance benefits
• Vision insurance benefits
• 20 days PTO
• 10 company holidays
• 401k company match
• Maternal and Paternal leave
• Company outings
• Career growth and continued training
• Flexible work hours
• Opportunity to grow a division of an established organization