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OHLA USA

Builds civil infrastructure and buildings

Junior Estimator

Full-TimeDeadline 9/8/27
$85k - $110k/yr
Junior
Bachelor's
East Elmhurst, Queens, NY, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of estimating experience.
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or another listed field such as those indicated by “etc.”
  • Experience performing takeoffs, pricing, and communicating with subcontractors.
  • A solid time-management system and strong organizational skills.
  • A track record of achievement and career progression.
  • Experience with local agencies.
Responsibilities
  • Investigate specifications, scopes of work, and drawings for assigned portions of bids and develop a complete understanding of the requirements.
  • Perform takeoffs and calculations accurately and on time, and analyze the data.
  • Conduct field visits to gather project-site-condition data, verify production rates, and learn construction techniques.
  • Adjust bid methods and incorporate field information during the bidding process.
  • Negotiate cost, quality, and delivery using the company buyout procedure.
  • Understand contract documents and potential project risks.
  • Make well-supported recommendations on mitigating and pricing risks.
  • Work with the Contracts department to address contract risks or issues.
  • Help develop pricing strategies.
  • Coordinate with Business Development, Engineering, and Operations teams to get bids priced and submitted on time.
  • Draft proposals according to RFP specifications, including detailed pricing and clarifications.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Primavera, HCSS, On Screen Takeoff (OST), and AGTEK.

About the company

OHLA USA builds and modernizes civil infrastructure and buildings for public agencies and private owners across the United States. Its work ranges from road and rail networks to water facilities, while its building business constructs and renovates hospitals, schools, and commercial spaces. Clients hire the group for preconstruction planning, construction management, general contracting, or a single contract covering design and construction. Its projects include Maryland's Purple Line light rail system and California's I-405 improvements. Founded in 2005, OHLA USA is headquartered in East Elmhurst, New York, and operates as the U.S. division of Madrid-based OHLA Group.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

East Elmhurst, NY

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Education support extends beyond degrees: OHLA USA's tuition reimbursement program includes continuing education toward certifications and licenses.
  • Lisle engineering interns have published pay: the Summer 2027 role lists $21-$24 hourly.
  • Site staff receive recurring safety instruction: regional plans feed weekly newsletters, toolbox talks, and intensive training classes.

What critics are saying

  • Florida interns cover their own lodging: the 2027 engineering and estimating program provides no housing.
  • Florida field placements involve physical exposure: internship terms cite frequent outdoor weather and usually loud construction environments.
  • Building contracts lock in pricing: OHLA USA's at-risk construction management work uses a fixed, negotiated price.

What makes OHLA USA unique

  • Specialist signals work stays within the group: OHLA Systems & Electric is a Judlau affiliate for transit installations.
  • Regional brands retain distinct roles: Community Asphalt represents Southeast Civil, while Judlau covers Northeast and Central heavy construction.
  • Northeast field engineering interns rotate within projects: placements span engineering, safety, superintendent, and quality assignments.

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