Estimator

Klingelhofer Management Group, LLC•Louisville, OH

24d

About The Position

DirtWorks Drainage is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator / Project Manager to develop accurate, competitive bids and manage awarded construction projects from bidding through completion. The role combines estimating, financial analysis, project planning, coordination, and accountability for project outcomes. The successful candidate will identify project opportunities and risks, protect margins, and seek effective ways to complete work. The position involves estimating labor, materials, equipment, trucking, and subcontractor costs; preparing and submitting bids; and managing budgets, schedules, work plans, change orders, documentation, and financial reporting. The role works with company leadership, field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and customers to deliver projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. DirtWorks Drainage offers capable people the opportunity to take ownership, contribute ideas, make a meaningful impact, and grow with the company. The company emphasizes honesty, integrity, doing things for the right reasons, and treating others with respect.

Requirements

5+ years of construction estimating and/or project management experience preferred.
Experience in civil construction, excavation, earthwork, drainage, utilities, or site development.
Strong mathematical abilities and a solid understanding of construction costs, production rates, and profit margins.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
Experience preparing detailed construction estimates and managing project budgets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating or project management software.
Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
Initiative, sound decision-making, attention to detail, effective communication, and accountability for project outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Field construction experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Review construction drawings, specifications, bid packages, and project requirements.
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, trucking, and subcontractors.
Evaluate production rates, project risks, costs, and anticipated profit margins.
Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct job site visits.
Obtain and analyze vendor and subcontractor pricing.
Prepare competitive proposals and submit bids within established deadlines.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative construction methods.
Work with leadership to evaluate and prioritize bidding opportunities.
Take ownership of awarded projects from kickoff through completion.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and work plans.
Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and customers.
Monitor project progress, costs, productivity, and profitability.
Identify potential issues and implement solutions before they become costly problems.
Prepare and manage change orders.
Maintain accurate project documentation and financial reporting.
Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.