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Hard-Bid Estimator - Public & Prevailing Wage in Columbus

Date Posted: 19 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Overview

A growing Columbus commercial GC/construction manager with public and private work across Ohio is hiring an Estimator who thrives on bid day. You'll own hard-bid public pursuits from takeoff to submission. Confidential search. If you deliver results and care about doing it right, let's talk.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare complete hard-bid estimates for public and prevailing-wage projects
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and self-perform pricing
  • Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids
  • Manage bid forms, bonds, and public-bid requirements
  • Run bid day and support handoff to operations at award

Requirements

  • 3+ years of commercial estimating (mid or senior level)
  • Hard-bid public or prevailing-wage experience strongly preferred
  • On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, or similar
  • Strong attention to detail and deadlines
  • Knowledge of construction means and methods

Benefits / Why Apply

  • Competitive salary and benefits, plus bonus potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Growth path inside an expanding firm

Confidential search. All inquiries are handled discreetly. Apply now or contact Melissa Klocksiem at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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