Estimator - Civil Division - The Ruhlin Company

The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire an Estimator (Bridge experience highly preferred). This position reports to the Civil Division Chief Estimator and will be based out of our corporate office in Sharon Center, OH.







Position Summary: Prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for one or more disciplines.



Expected Outcomes:





+ Assigned estimates are completed on time, in a professional and competitive manner



+ Estimates are accurate, and consider risk factors and construction methods



+ Positive Company image is made with clients, potential clients, vendors and subcontractors



+ Good working relationships with subcontractors, maintaining ethical standards









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 (accurate) information on prices from suppliers



+ Maintains database with current contact information for subcontractors and vendors



+ Updates external Company website with current bid information



+ Requests quotations: organizes, reviews and logs quotes 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 (i.e. “bid tabs”)



+ Assists with cost control system set-up



+ Participates in bid review meetings with owner or owner’s representatives, when required



+ Participates in project hand-off meetings



+ Assists with making phone calls or running copies of documents, 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 supervisor’s direction





Essential Skills and Experience:





+ 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations technical training and/or experience preferred



+ Advanced math and computer skills



+ Minimum 2 years construction field experience



+ Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from project start through completion, including sequence/phasing of work



+ Knowledge of assigned discipline, 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 over 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.



Ruhlin offers an array of comprehensive services from General Contracting and Construction Management to Design-Build. Our diverse team of talented project managers and construction experts offers decades of experience providing successful projects that meet or exceed our clients' expectations.



Our experience includes facilities for education, healthcare, parking decks, historical renovation, industrial, governmental and municipal buildings, energy conservation and alternative energy generation, structural erection, heavy civil projects, bridges, dams, highways and transportation infrastructure.



As construction methods evolve, so does The Ruhlin Company. Our in-house professionals are well versed in Sustainable Construction as well as USGBC LEED Design and Construction requirements. Ruhlin currently has several LEED Accredited Professionals (AP) on staff and is committed to accreditation of all of our project staff in the LEED process. We are dedicated to improving our sustainable construction processes while Conserving, Protecting and Constructing Sustainable facilities.



The Ruhlin Company was established over 100 years ago and has become one of Ohio’s most recognized General Contractors, Construction Managers and Design-Builder firms.



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