The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire a Senior Estimator for it's Civil Division. This position reports to the Civil Division Chief Estimator and is based out of our corporate office in Sharon Center, OH.

Job Title: Senior Estimator

Department: Civil

Reports to: Chief Estimator

FLSA Status: Exempt Admin

Position Summary: Provide full estimating services

Expected Outcomes:

• Assigned estimates are completed on time, in a professional and competitive manner
• Estimates are accurate, and consider risk factors and construction methods
• Completed projects, utilizing assigned estimates, were profitable
• 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, drawings and attends pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Investigates site before bid, identifying waste area, borrow area and dump sites
• Reviews design options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and manhour figures
• Determines critical path schedule and sequence of work
• Investigates value engineering options
• Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work; prices work items
• Reviews terms and conditions of subcontractor and vendor quotes; serves as liaison with subcontractors and vendors during the bidding process
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers
• Reviews all pricing with the Chief Estimator
• Submits bids either through the owner s electronic platform or though written proposal with scope and price
• Uses historical unit price and productivity data
• Provides technical support to personnel preparing estimates for assigned bids
• Sets up budgets
• Writes material and subcontractor purchase orders
• Participates in presentations to clients (if required)
• Visits project sites to observe construction methods
• Insures all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate figures
• Updates skills for software tools and technology utilized
• Participates in project hand-off meetings; attends meetings with supplies and subs (as needed)
• 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 related experience
• 6-8 years estimating, cost control, and/or engineering experience (at least 4 years estimating experience in similar construction); basic CPM scheduling skills
• Experience with estimating software
• Extensive knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, all engineering disciplines, cost control systems and accounts required
• Advanced math and computer skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to estimate all types of projects/contracts
• Ability to coordinate and supervise group effort
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Reporting to this position: Co-op/Intern

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