Structural Steel Estimator (Fabrication / Erecting)

Description

• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as necessary to ensure accurate project cost estimates.
• Train and mentor estimators on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Coordinate with other departments to seamlessly transition from pre-construction to construction phases.
• Work closely with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure successful bid proposals and accurate project cost forecasting.
• Provide guidance and direction to the estimating team regarding bidding strategies and techniques.
• Oversee the development and implementation of estimating tools and processes.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Review and analyze project plans and specifications to create detailed and accurate project cost estimates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and availability of materials.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in estimating for large-scale Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection Projects. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of project documents and plans through submission. You will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for bids and ensuring projects stay within budget and timeline. The ideal candidate will have the ability to identify all scope items and requirements from both project drawings and details. Your primary goal is to produce accurate estimates and value driven bids with the required level of quality and customer satisfaction.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• Thorough understanding of construction bid process, including the ability to read & interpret contract documents
• Willingness to travel or pass background/drug screen
• Excellent time management skills, ability to work on multiple projects and be a self-starter Outstanding attention to detail
• Experience with estimating software, i.e. Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, ProEst, Planswift, etc. is preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of estimating experience in the construction industry; must understand commercial construction & estimating processes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively function in a team environment
• Familiarity with software such as Revit Structures, Tekla Structures & AutoCAD preferred
• Excellent computer skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Bluebeam
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Knowledge working with scheduling software, i.e. Microsoft Project, Primavera, etc.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Construction Management or Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• Strong problem-solving, leadership and management skills

Benefits

Compensation: $100,000-$120,000

• Paid time off and holidays
• Competitive compensation and bonus structure
• 401K program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance