Estimator

About the role

As a Structural Steel Estimator for the largest steel fabricator and erector in North America, you will produce accurate, detail-oriented estimates on some of the most amazing structural projects in the world. This is accomplished through collaborative efforts with various disciplines such as fabrication, purchasing, field erection, pre-construction, sub-fabrication, and third-party vendors.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documentation presented by the client to accurately prepare and estimate projects.
• Collaborate with others on how to build the job in fabrication and erection.
• Prepare detail-oriented and accurate estimates on new projects and estimate prices for any change orders on existing contracts, meeting assigned deadlines.
• Prepare “Take-Offs” of steel materials, estimate all necessary shop labor and field erection, estimate materials, buyout items, and equipment costs to prepare a thorough bid estimate.
• Type up all estimates in our in-house computer program, enter takeoffs, drawing numbers, etc.
• Read and interpret job bid instructions, detailed specifications, prepare a “take-off” of materials included in the job, estimate all necessary labor, materials, buyout items, and equipment costs (including crane costs) to prepare a thorough price estimate.
• Work directly with Sales and Pre-construction Teams to understand the size and scope of projects along with timelines and applicable project deadlines.
• Adhere to and follow the Schuff estimating guidelines and procedures.
• Discuss alternative recommendations on projects where management requires alternative estimates to meet client needs.
• Prepare pricing estimates on new projects and estimate prices on change orders on existing contracts, summarizing results with appropriate leaders to ensure all aspects of the job.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with structural drawing or drafting coursework; vocational or other secondary education program preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience estimating structural steel construction projects.
• Prior experience in detailing and drafting is preferred.

Skills

• Customary construction terminology and knowledge of estimating software packages.
• Basic understanding of detailing procedures and building structures.
• Basic understanding of modeling concepts.
• Great attention to detail and excellent written communication skills.

Work Environment

This position is generally indoors in a climate-controlled office. Off-site meetings may be required. Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request for those who have disabilities that qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act.