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ESPO Corporation

Construction Estimator

ESPO Corporation, Warrensville Heights, Ohio, United States

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Our client, a general contractor specializing in the construction of roads, sewers, water mains, and bridges throughout Northeast Ohio, is seeking a skilled

Estimator

to join their team. This is a full-time role with a strong emphasis on civil and municipal infrastructure projects. The Estimator will work closely with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal field personnel to support accurate and competitive project bids and contribute to project planning and execution. Key Responsibilities: Estimate project costs (full projects or portions) for bidding purposes

Research materials, labor, and equipment costs

Analyze production rates, quantities, and potential risk factors

Calculate quantities of bid and material items from construction drawings

Attend bid lettings and pre-construction meetings

Visit job sites for observation and assessment

Collaborate with internal staff, field personnel, and external partners

Prepare detailed correspondence and perform accurate calculations

Project Support Duties: Assist Project Managers and field staff with project administration

Support scheduling, material submittals, subcontract agreements, and purchase orders

Process and track RFIs, change orders, force accounts, and invoice verification

Prepare take-offs, perform field measurements, and contact subcontractors/suppliers

Use

HCSS Heavy Bid & Heavy Job

software for estimating and job tracking

Required Skills & Competencies: Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

Analytical mindset and comfort working under pressure

Effective negotiation and listening skills

Eagerness to learn and work in a team environment

Preferred Experience: Civil, utility, or public infrastructure construction experience (concrete, municipal bidding, etc.)

Hands-on estimating and project coordination experience

Familiarity with public bidding procedures

Proficiency with

HCSS Heavy Bid & Heavy Job

or similar software

Benefits: 401(k) with matching and safe harbor

Health Insurance

Voluntary Dental and Vision

Accident Insurance

Additional Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law.

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