Lead Estimator

Overview

Lead estimator managing a small team for structural steel bids on large projects.

Key Responsibilities

• team management
• estimating
• steel packages
• bid review
• takeoffs
• progress tracking

Tasks

-Manage and lead a small estimating team -Work closely with internal teams to prepare and submit estimates -Handle both structural and miscellaneous steel packages -Review bid packages, assign takeoffs, and track progress

Requirements

• bluebeam
• tekla
• powerfab
• structural steel
• lead estimator
• 3 years

What You Bring

Structural Steel Lead Estimator -Reliable, organized, and career-focused -Use common software like Bluebeam, Tekla, and PowerFab -Experience with large projects ($75M–$250M) and 9,000–20,000 ton range. -Strong technical background with attention to detail -Confident leading or mentoring a small team -Strong estimating skills in structural and miscellaneous steel. -At least 3 years’ experience estimating steel or metalwork projects

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Benefits

Salary: Up to $130,000 + Bonus

About Novax Recruitment Group

-Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Manchester, the company grew rapidly to support recruitment across multiple global locations including the UK and US. -It delivers high‑value, bespoke hiring solutions in complex sectors like energy, manufacturing, construction and public infrastructure. -Led by ex‑industry professionals, they bridge technical skills gaps by placing candidates in both permanent and contract roles. -Typical projects include placements in automotive, aerospace, steelwork, data centres, housing development, and public sector programmes. -Operating from Manchester, Sunnyvale, New York and Austin, they serve clients from pre‑construction planning to delivery across civil, utilities, tech and finance.

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