Construction Assistant (Estimating) - Toledo

Company Overview:
The Douglas Company (www.douglascompany.com) is a fast-paced general contracting and design/build firm, specializing in senior living and multi-family facilities. We are currently located in Toledo, OH and Orlando, FL. Founded in 1976, we continue to serve our clients with industry leading insight, ingenuity, value, and integrity. Our core purpose is to contribute to the success of our clients and Associates.

Core Values:

• Great client relationships with high customer loyalty
• Integrity and professionalism in all we do
• Keeping our commitments through proactive attention to detail and execution
• Growth of our Associates and Business through learning, teamwork, and leadership

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Assistant with experience in a Construction Estimating environment who desires an exciting and challenging environment.  An immediate opening is available at our suburban Toledo, Ohio Corporate Headquarters.

Position Description:
This Construction Assistant will be responsible for supporting and providing assistance to our Pre-Construction team. In addition to some general administrative duties, candidates will be responsible for compiling owner proposals and estimate packages, maintaining drawing files, manage our Plan Room and maintain the invitation list, coordinate bid meetings along with travel arrangements, etc.  We utilize AIA Contracts Document Software and ConsensusDocs, knowledge of this software would be helpful but is not required. This is a fast-paced environment and candidates must be able to multitask and prioritize efficiently. Candidates must be very detail oriented.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Compile estimates and owner proposals
• Manage Plan Room documentation
• Maintain construction drawing files
• Facilitate client and subcontractor correspondence
• Order drawings and job site supplies
• Report consolidation
• Familiarity with drawing management and estimating software would be helpful
• Coordinate meetings and lunches
• Operate a multi-line phone

Software we use:

• MS Office
• AIA Contracts Document Software
• ConsensusDocs

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Required
• Commercial Construction experience preferred
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Construction Assistant or Administrative Assistant in a construction environment
• Specific experience supporting an Estimating or Pre-construction team
• Must be proficient with MS Office

 
Additional Information:
Competitive salary, benefits, and financial incentives are offered.