Fabrication Estimator

Typical Project Scopes

• Structural Steel Fabrication & Installation
• Modular & Industrial Fabrication
• Pressure Vessels & Tanks
• Nuclear & High-Reliability Projects
• Industrial Piping Systems (Secondary Focus)

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate conceptual and detailed cost estimates in accordance with client bid schedules and submission requirements
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and models for structural steel, modular, vessel, and nuclear scopes
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing based on project requirements and execution strategy
• Solicit, review, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations for scope alignment, completeness, and competitiveness
• Cook up with engineering, fabrication, and field teams to validate constructability, productivity assumptions, and schedule impacts
• Incorporate quality, inspection, testing, and documentation requirements into estimates, particularly for nuclear and regulated work
• Review bid documents, technical specifications, and contractual requirements to ensure full compliance
• Assemble complete bid packages, including clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, and supporting documentation
• Manage multiple concurrent bids while consistently meeting hard submission deadlines
• Maintain organized estimate files and backup documentation for review and audit purposes
• Support pre-bid meetings, internal reviews, and post-bid clarifications as needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools, cost databases, and historical data

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong estimating background in structural steel, modular fabrication, vessels, or industrial construction
• Working knowledge of fabrication and field installation means and methods
• Understanding of quality-driven and regulated work environments; nuclear experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with estimating software preferred
• Familiarity with tools such as Procore, Autodesk Build, Navisworks, Tekla Powerfab, Trimble, SolidWorks, SharePoint, Strumis, or similar platforms
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• 5–8 years of experience in industrial construction estimating
• Demonstrated experience estimating structural, modular, vessel, or nuclear-related scopes
• Exposure to piping or mechanical estimating considered beneficial but not required
• Experience supporting hard-bid and negotiated work in fast-paced environments

Work Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 7 AM - 4 PM
• Flexibility may be required to meet bid deadlines
• Occasional travel for site visits or client meetings

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 DOE
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with employer match after one year
• Life insurance and additional fringe benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)