The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire an Estimator for our Building Division at our corporate office in Sharon Center, Ohio (Medina County) and also at our regional office in Gahanna, Ohio.
Position Responsibilities:
- Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
- Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
- Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current and accurate information on supplier pricing.
- Maintains database with current contact information for subcontractors and vendors.
- Requests quotations and then organizes, reviews and logs them once received.
- Supports other department personnel as required.
- Visits project sites to observe construction methods.
- Updates skills for software tools and technology utilized.
- Performs post-bid analysis (bid tabs).
- Assists with cost control system set-up.
- Participates in bid review meetings with owner or owners' representatives, when required.
- Participates in project hand-off meetings.
- Assists with making phone calls or running copies of documents and proposals as needed.
- Delivers major bids, picks up drawings and other miscellaneous bid-related errands.
- Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values and goals.
- Performs additional assignments per supervisors' direction.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.
- Advanced math and computer skills.
- 5-10 years construction experience including estimating and/or project management.
- Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from project start through completion including sequence/phasing of work.
- Knowledge of MEP helpful.
- Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control.
- Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
About The Ruhlin Company
The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. For 100 years we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. From bridges to buildings, client success is built in.
The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.
The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program
