Steel Estimator - ARB, Inc

Key Responsibilities

• Attend job walks to gather necessary information for project estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop detailed, comprehensive proposals.
• Handle miscellaneous metals as part of the estimating process.
• Specialize in estimating for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) including handling tenant improvement (TI) work.
• Participate in post-bid discussions to finalize bid prices and project scopes.
• Engage in post-bid value engineering to optimize project costs and scope.
• Communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, with team members and clients.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure accurate and competitive estimates.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Prepare and present cost estimates to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with EPC project teams to gather necessary information and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Develop and manage structural and miscellaneous steel estimates for EPC projects, ensuring all aspects of engineering, procurement, and construction are accurately accounted for.
• Develop and manage structural and miscellaneous steel estimates for firm lump sum small-scale industrial projects.
• Transition from estimating to the field team after successful bids to ensure smooth project execution and continuity.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in industrial construction.
• College degree preferred.
• Proficiency in construction estimating software, MS Word and Excel.
• Strong quantity take-off skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with miscellaneous metals.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Proven experience in bidding for EPC projects, including a thorough understanding of the EPC process and requirements.
• Able to manage multiple estimates simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Able to transition from estimating to the field team after successful bids to ensure project continuity and success.