Engineering Jobs in Burnham Illinois

16 positions found

Oceanography Officer
✦ New
Salary not disclosed

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

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Electrical Estimator
✦ New
🏢 TYG
Salary not disclosed
East Chicago, IN 6 hours ago

Job Title: Senior Electrical Estimator

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Salary Range: $120k - $160k


About the Client

TYG are excited to partner with a highly reputable electrical contracting group with offices across the US. The company are looking for someone who has 10-15+ years within large scale commercial building and industrial expertise.


About the Role

  • Lead and produce comprehensive, accurate cost estimates for electrical scopes (materials, labour, equipment, subcontractor costs) across complex commercial, industrial, and infrastructure/roadway projects, ensuring competitiveness and profitability.
  • Review and analyse technical documents including drawings, specifications, tender packages, and Bills of Quantities to define scope, identify risks, and determine optimal estimating approaches.
  • Manage the end-to-end tender process, coordinating with internal teams (pre-construction, project management, commercial) and external stakeholders (suppliers, subcontractors, clients) to gather quotes, negotiate costs, and finalise bid submissions.
  • Provide strategic input on value engineering, risk allocation, and cost-saving opportunities while preparing detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and clients.
  • Mentor and support junior estimators, fostering best practices, reviewing work products, and contributing to continuous improvement of estimating processes and tools within the department.


Your Qualifications:

  • 10 -15+ years experience as an Electrical Estimator
  • Based in East Chicago, Indiana, or willing to commute or relocate
  • Experience with large sale commercial, industrial, and infrastructure/roadway transit projects


Why Join?

  • Comprehensive healthcare
  • Generous PTO
  • Annual bonus
  • Hybrid and flexible schedules
  • 401k
  • Company car + gas card
  • Company phone
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1st Shift Packaging Manager (1977)
✦ New
$95,000 - 105,000
South Holland, IL 1 day ago

Position Title: 1st Shift Packaging Manager (1977) Location: SH
- CBC
- South Holland, IL 60473 Salary: $95,000.00
- $105,000.00 Salary/year Position type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description About Us: Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years.

Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community.

With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation.

We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations.

We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships.

We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary: The Packaging Department Manager will effectively perform all the required duties in an accurate, thorough, and safe manner as outlined per the Carl Buddig and Company job description.

Employees are responsible for producing a safe and quality food product per USDA guidelines and are required to report all food safety related problems to their supervisor, manager, or to the quality assurance department in order to initiate immediate action.

Key Responsibilities: Manage the operation consisting of 1st shift salaried supervisors and hourly union employees in the production of 100 million pounds per year.

Serve as a part of the plant’s management team.

Ensure compliance to personal safety and plant quality requirements.

Ensure customer service goals are met and exceeded.

Manage and improve labor cost, yields, and supply usage levels.

Ensure compliance to USDA requirements for production of fully cooked meat products.

Develop salaried supervisors and hourly employees to maximize performance.

Ensure that employees are abiding by all Carl Buddig and Company policies via the Employee Handbook and Safety Manual.

Ensure that packaging department employees are performing job duties as outlined via the Line Packer, Team Leader, Material Handler, and production supervisor Job Descriptions.

Manage or assist in capital projects throughout the project life cycle.

Evaluate labor requirements and production rates for potential new business opportunities.

Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Education & Experience: Must be 18 years of age.

Must be able to legally work in the United States.

4-year degree preferred, preferably in engineering, operations management or business management, master’s degree a plus.

Minimum 3-5 years management experience.

Knowledgeable about OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost management.

Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Working Conditions: Must be able to work in temperatures of 40 degrees or less.

Must be able to stand for 8-9 hours per day.

Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat as needed for housekeeping responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties.

Must be able to work in a high-speed packaging environment.

Must be able to work a minimum 40 or more hours per week.

Must be able to work mandatory overtime, if necessary, including weekends.

Pay range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000 depending on experience.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement.

There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination.

All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.

Compensation details: 95 Yearly Salary PI200e584b32ce-25448-39179238

permanent
Industrial Designer
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Hammond, IN 1 day ago

Title: Senior Designer – Oil & Steel Manufacturing

Location: Merrillville, IN (On-site)

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Shift/Hours: Monday–Friday, standard business hours

Base Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; PTO; 401(k); Paid Holidays; Career Growth Opportunities


About the Opportunity

An engineering organization is seeking a Senior Designer with experience in oil or steel manufacturing to support complex design projects. This role involves preparing construction documents, developing layouts, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with client and internal standards. The position offers collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and exposure to field work, point cloud data, and 3D modeling.


Job Duties

• Complete layouts for projects ranging from simple to complex independently.

• Determine design criteria, drawing sequences, and sectioning for system components.

• Update P&IDs and select or modify standard details.

• Perform calculations, measurements, and prepare material documentation.

• Develop complete discipline drawing packages and ensure compliance with client and internal standards.

• Review and check work of other designers within the discipline.

• Coordinate with project team members to ensure overall project progress.

• Conduct field walkdowns and produce sketches as needed.


Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of design experience in the oil or steel manufacturing industries.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 3D modeling.

• Experience working with point cloud scans.

• Strong understanding of design criteria, material specifications, and construction documentation.

• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national

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Direct Sales Representative – OEM & Automotive(New Business)
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Alsip, IL 1 day ago

Overview:

We are seeking a driven, results-oriented sales professional to generate new business and expand OEM and Tier automotive accounts. This role is ideal for a true “hunter” who thrives on building pipeline, winning new opportunities, and growing customer relationships in a competitive environment.

You will work cross-functionally with purchasing, quality, and customer service teams to deliver solutions aligned with customer requirements and company objectives. This role owns the full sales cycle—from prospecting through closing—and plays a key role in driving revenue growth.


Key Responsibilities:


New Business Development

  • Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities through outbound sales efforts
  • Maintain a strong “hunter” mindset focused on prospecting and expanding the customer base
  • Manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, quoting, negotiation, and closing
  • Grow assigned accounts while actively pursuing new opportunities beyond existing business

Customer Engagement

  • Collaborate with customer purchasing, engineering, and quality teams to define requirements and develop solutions
  • Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and plant visits to identify and support new projects

Pipeline & Sales Management

  • Maintain an organized and active sales pipeline to track opportunities and forecast activity
  • Meet or exceed assigned sales targets and contribute to overall revenue goals
  • Document all activity and opportunities within the CRM system


Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of B2B sales experience (automotive or OEM preferred)
  • Experience selling fasteners and/or C-class components strongly preferred
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Ability to travel up to 30% (including air travel)
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs occasionally
  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods during customer visits


Benefits:

In addition to the compensation package, company benefits include:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Paid Time Off

• Travel/Business Expense Reimbursement

• Short Term Disability



Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing territory, directly impact revenue, and be rewarded for new business success. If you are a competitive, self-driven sales professional who enjoys building and winning, we encourage you to apply.

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Maintenance Technician
Salary not disclosed
Blue Island, IL 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CNC machines, mills, lathes, and other production equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
  • Troubleshoot CNC control systems
  • Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance.
  • Maintain detailed maintenance logs and documentation of all repairs and PM activities.
  • Assist with equipment installations, alignments, and calibration.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and company standards.


Qualifications

  • 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; CNC equipment experience required.
  • Strong knowledge of CNC control systems
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
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Purchasing Manager
Salary not disclosed
Evergreen Park, IL 2 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Manager. You will oversee all materials management functions, including inventory control, purchasing, receiving, and supplier management. This role ensures that production, maintenance, and operational departments have the materials, tooling, and consumables needed to operate safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The position is responsible for developing local procurement strategies, optimizing inventory levels, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance with internal, customer, and federal-contractor requirements. The salary target is $90k-$120k, plus benefits that include, healthcare, dental, vision, short and long term, 401k with a match, PTO, and bonus.

Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos


Responsibilities will include the following:

Purchasing & Procurement

  • Lead all purchasing activities for raw materials, consumables, MRO supplies, tooling, spare parts, and contract services in coordination with Corporate Procurement
  • Develop sourcing strategies that support cost savings, vendor reliability, and production uptime.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and service levels with suppliers.
  • Maintain approved supplier lists and assess vendor performance regularly.
  • Ensure compliance with federal-contractor purchasing requirements
  • Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and finance to ensure timely purchasing aligned with operational needs and budgetary constraints.

Stores & Inventory Management

  • Oversee all warehouse and storeroom operations, including receiving, stocking, issuing, cycle counting, shipping, and documentation.
  • Implement inventory control systems to minimize shortages, excess inventory, and stockouts.
  • Monitor inventory levels and set appropriate reorder points and safety stock for critical items.
  • Ensure accurate records in the ERP system; audit physical vs. system inventory.
  • Maintain safe, organized, and compliant warehouse conditions.

Logistics & Supplier Coordination

  • Oversee receiving inspections and ensure discrepancies, damage, or non-conformances are resolved promptly.
  • Coordinate expediting activities for urgent or critical parts.

Financial & Compliance Oversight

  • Create and manage annual budgets for purchasing, inventory, and stores operations.
  • Analyze cost drivers and identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvement.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Supervise buyers and stores associates.
  • Train and develop team members in procurement processes, ERP use, inventory control, safety, and compliance.
  • Establish clear performance metrics and accountability for purchasing and stores teams.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5–7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or stores/warehouse management experience—preferably in steel manufacturing, heavy industry, machining, or metals.
  • Strong negotiation skills and contract management experience.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, etc.).
  • Knowledge of inventory control techniques
  • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.


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Production Manager
Salary not disclosed
Hammond, IN 3 days ago

MSI Express is a single-source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.



ROLE PURPOSE/POSITION SUMMARY

Provides direction to the Production department’s operations in areas of safety, quality, performance, service and leadership. Responsible for customer relationships by providing superior customer service through: planning, cost, efficiency, loss controls and quality assurance.



KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide leadership and direction to the production team in areas such as safety, quality, productivity, planning, cost, efficiency, GMPs and customer service
  • Manage the production scheduling process to meet the customer’s expectations, by optimizing the use of plant to drive operations
  • Manage product run requirements to assure compliance to customer specifications while optimizing the plant resources
  • Manage labor utilization to assure meeting or exceeding task expectations
  • Manage product schedule timelines to assure meeting customer demand and scheduling resources to the daily priorities
  • Report on production yield, material usage, and material loss data
  • Create a positive working environment for all employees, which support continuous improvement, reinforce company philosophy and policies and treat every individual equally with respect
  • Communicate company philosophy and policies to hourly and management personnel
  • Create a positive working environment for all associates; one that supports continuous improvement, reinforces company philosophy and policies, and ensures that every individual is treated with respect
  • Develop the production team through effective use of Key Performance Indicators, training and production management tools
  • Monitor plant performance and develop/implement action plans to understand and address areas of concern
  • Maintain continuous communication with all departments to assure production priorities and shortfalls are addressed in a timely manner, to not impact customer service
  • This position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence. The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems
  • As a member of the management team, to recognize the SQF Practitioner as having the appropriate responsibility and authority to do his job
  • Ensure that all department members are informed of their responsibility to report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
  • Ensure that job descriptions for those responsible for food safety are documented and include provision to cover for the absence of key personnel



QUALIFICATIONS/CAPABILITY PROFILE

Minimum Education

  • High School diploma required
  • Bachelor’s degree desired

Minimum Experience

  • 5+ years’ experience in Operations/Production Management
  • Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with customer interaction
  • Experience leading and developing both salaried and hourly employees

Minimum Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

  • Strong oral/written communication and people skills
  • Strong leadership skills and delegation management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Operating knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems
  • Metric Management
  • LEAN/Six Sigma experience a plus



Apply today and join our rapidly growing team!


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Traffic and Logistics Manager
🏢 LHH
Salary not disclosed
Hammond, IN 3 days ago

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Traffic and Logistics Manager -- Manufacturing / Distribution Environment to join their team. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in hands‑on operations, enjoys improving processes, and values being the primary technical authority within the manufacturing function.


This role is ideal for a logistics professional who thrives in fast-paced, constantly shifting environments, enjoys managing complexity, and excels at coordinating production, packing, and outbound shipment schedules under tight customer-driven timelines.


This position owns the day-to-day coordination and execution of outbound logistics and shipment routing, ensuring time-sensitive orders move accurately and on schedule. The role partners closely with manufacturing and packing teams and plays a critical role in meeting strict customer delivery requirements (including 48-hour ship windows for major retailers).


While this is a leadership role, it is highly hands-on and administrative in nature, requiring exceptional organization, attention to detail, and comfort managing large volumes of transactional logistics activity through a Transportation Management System (TMS) and customer portals.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support a traffic/logistics team, providing direction, prioritization, and coaching in a high-volume environment.
  • Coordinate shipment routing and execution for outbound freight.
  • Manage daily shipment flow to meet time-sensitive customer delivery commitments, including expedited shipping requirements.
  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing, scheduling, and packing operations to align production output with outbound capacity.
  • Oversee shipment documentation, customer portals, and order compliance requirements.
  • Monitor shipment status, transit timing, and exceptions — proactively resolving issues as priorities shift.
  • Maintain accurate logistics records, reporting, and administrative controls within a TMS environment.
  • Drive process consistency and operational improvements focused on accuracy, efficiency, and on-time performance.
  • Serve as a key internal point of contact between operations, customer service, and logistics execution.


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or related field.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience within traffic, logistics, or transportation coordination.
  • Previous experience working at a manufacturing or distribution organization.
  • Strong experience with shipment routing and execution.
  • Proven success in high-volume, detail-heavy, administrative logistics environments.
  • Experience supporting or coordinating production and packing line schedules.
  • Demonstrated ability to pivot quickly and manage competing priorities in fast-moving operations.
  • Comfort working with tight customer ship windows and service-level expectations.
  • Hands-on experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and logistics technology.
  • Highly organized, process-oriented, and technologically proficient.
  • Regular interaction with plant and operations teams.
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and decisiveness.


Compensation Range: $80,000 - $92,000


Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.


If you are a passionate Traffic and Logistics Managerlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!


LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.


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Lead Estimator
Salary not disclosed
Dolton, IL 3 days ago

Lead Estimator

Commercial & Healthcare Construction

About the Company

Our client is an established, south Chicago based general contractor with decades of experience delivering quality commercial, healthcare, food service, and institutional projects. Their reputation is built on longterm client relationships, collaborative project delivery, and a strong commitment to craftsmanship and integrity. We provide full preconstruction and construction services with a focus on transparency, accuracy, and client satisfaction.

Position Summary

The Lead Estimator will oversee all estimating and preconstruction efforts, playing a critical role in project planning, cost strategy, client management, and risk evaluation. This individual will lead budgeting efforts from conceptual pricing through final bid submission while supporting business development and operational leadership.

This role is ideal for a strategic and driven construction professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants meaningful impact on project success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead conceptual, negotiated, and final estimates for negotiated and competitive bid projects
  • Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, cost models, and pricing strategies
  • Manage subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and scope alignment
  • Analyze drawings and specifications to identify risks, gaps, and value engineering opportunities
  • Establish and maintain historical cost data and benchmarking tools
  • Present project budgets and cost analyses to leadership and clients
  • Support preconstruction meetings and transition projects to operations teams
  • Assist with bid packaging, procurement planning, and buyout strategy
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior estimators as needed

Qualifications

  • 5–12+ years of construction estimating experience
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare, institutional, food service, or commercial construction preferred
  • Proficiency with estimating software and takeoff tools
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong financial acumen
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction sequencing
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interface with clients and trade partners
  • Experience leading estimates independently from concept to submission

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary ranging from $140k to $160k
  • Performance based bonus opportunities
  • 401k with company match
  • 3+ weeks of PTO (increasing with tenure)
  • 100% employer paid health / dental / vision
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