Estimator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Thoroughly examine architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and addenda to determine the full scope of work.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs of structural steel, plates, and miscellaneous metals using estimating software (e.g., Tekla PowerFab & Bluebeam).
• Estimate man-hours required for fabrication (cutting, fitting, welding, painting) and erection based on project complexity and shop capacity.
• Solicit competitive quotes from outside suppliers and subcontractors, including erection contractors, joist & deck suppliers, miscellaneous metals fabricators, steel detailers, galvanizers, freight carriers, and specialty coating applicators.
• Evaluate and compare vendor quotes for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and alignment with project specifications before incorporating them into the final bid.
• Compile all cost data into a formal proposal, ensuring all "Scope of Work" inclusions and exclusions are clearly defined to protect the company from scope creep.
• Identify potential project risks, such as aggressive schedules or complex geometries, and account for them in the pricing strategy.
• Upon project award, collaborate with Project Managers to transition the estimate into a working budget, highlighting key assumptions made during the bid phase.
• Monitor fluctuations in steel material pricing and availability to ensure bids remain competitive and profitable.
• Assist the sales team in reviewing bids with general contractors or owners to explain George Steel’s value proposition and clarify technical details with occasional post-bid review site visits.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be highly analytical and possess a deep understanding of the structural steel industry. This position balances technical accuracy with the communication skills necessary to negotiate with vendors and coordinate with internal teams. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education / Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, estimating, detailing, or related manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with AISC and AWS standards.
• Experience with Tekla PowerFab or similar ERP/Estimating software is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and fabrication-related data reporting.

Work Schedule

• The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., which includes a daily lunch break. Please note that additional hours or work outside of this schedule may be required based on business needs or to meet specific deadlines.

Physical Demands

• This position involves prolonged periods of sitting and computer work, interspersed with standing and occasional lifting of drawing sets. Employees must be able to communicate clearly in both verbal and written forms. The role may occasionally require lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving objects weighing up to 25–50 pounds.