Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Estimator (Steel Industry) to be responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates for small to large, often complex projects as required per customer’s bid documents to provide a complete written proposal, along with inclusions, exclusions, specific notes, and qualifications as applicable.
Job Function:
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Reviews and interprets requests for quotes (RFQ’s).
- Reviews estimates for completeness and accuracy.
- Reviews and understands bid documents, including all specifications and scope of work.
- Executes take-offs from design (contract) drawings.
- Inputs take-offs into Trimble Tekla EPM (formerly known as FabSuite) and/or Excel templates.
- Proficient in email communication. This position is heavily-reliant on emailing for a written record of events.
- Learns and adheres to the company’s estimating procedure.
- Obtains and reviews vendor pricing for materials, subcontract services, etc. and files all relevant electronic information in digital quote folders.
- Prepares cost estimate analysis and captures all applicable costs incurred from the fabrication of steel components.
- Generates proposals based on clearly stated assumptions and company standards, even when detailed information is lacking.
- Informs immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items.
- Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, etc.
- Attends departmental meetings as required.
Job Requirement:
- Education: BS in Construction Management/Construction Sciences/Engineering OR in lieu of education, the equivalent combination of technical training and related steel construction experience. Steel Industry.
- Entry level to highly experienced candidates in the steel fabrication or construction industry will be considered.
- Basic math skills.
- Accurate and detailed oriented.
- Must have the aptitude for the comprehensive reading of plan drawings and the ability to interpret project specifications.
- Working knowledge of field operations and project management is a plus.
- Must be self-motivated and self-sufficient who can apply these skills directly to estimates and constructability, to generate competitive bids.
- Ability to present oneself as professional, innovative, and creative.
- Able to foster a positive professional work environment both onsite with trade partners and in the office with co-workers.
- Ability to handle many tasks successfully, even within tight time constraints.
- Software Requirements: MS Windows, Excel (Proficient level), Word, and Outlook. AutoCAD preferred but not required.
- Understand, or have the motivation and ability to learn, the AISC codes and guidelines, AISC Code of Standard Practice, AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and ASME Code.
- Experience with Trimble Tekla EPM and Bluebeam is preferred.
