Estimator

About the role

As a Structural Steel Estimator at 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 role involves collaborating with various disciplines including 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 we want to build the job in fabrication and erection.
• Prepare detailed 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 cost etc. 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, 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 Schuff estimating guidelines and procedures.
• Be comfortable discussing alternative recommendations on projects in which management requires alternative estimates to meet client needs.
• Prepare pricing estimates on new projects and estimate prices on change orders on existing contracts and summarize results with appropriate leaders to ensure all aspects of the job are covered.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent with structural drawing or drafting course work.
• Vocation or other secondary education program preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience estimating structural steel construction projects.
• Prior experience in detailing and drafting is also preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Specialized Knowledge

• Customary construction terminology and knowledge estimating software packages.
• Basic understanding of detailing procedures and building structures.
• Basic understanding of modeling concepts.

Work Environment

• Generally indoors in a climate-controlled office.
• Off-site meetings may be required.

Benefits

• Rated by ENR as a leading builder in America.
• Attractive compensation package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
• Equal opportunity employer.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate project needs.