Estimator - Miscellaneous Metals

A bit about us:
This company is a leading industry professional in the metropolitan Midwest, specializing in high-quality metals, glass, and rebar installation, as well as steel fabrication. With a commitment to top-tier workmanship, they provide value-added services that help clients enhance efficiency and improve their bottom line.
Why join us?
Looking for a rewarding career in the construction industry? Join a team that values growth, expertise, and dedication. With opportunities for professional development, competitive wages, and an excellent benefits package-including 401(k), paid vacation, health coverage, and more-this is your chance to be part of a company that delivers high-quality work and exceeds client expectations. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and grow your career, apply today!
Job Details
Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Estimator to join our team. This role focuses primarily on miscellaneous metals estimating, with occasional small structural projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of construction drawings, cost analysis, and vendor relations, and will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and front-end documents to accurately assess project scope.
• Perform material takeoffs for miscellaneous metals projects, with some involvement in small-scale structural steel work as needed.
• Enter material details-sizes, lengths, grades, coatings, and pricing-into Tekla Power Fab.
• Request and evaluate material and subcontractor pricing from vendors.
• Estimate shop labor requirements and costs.
• Consolidate all cost elements into a comprehensive summary and review with the General Manager to assess risks, opportunities, and profit margins.
• Coordinate with clients before bidding to clarify scope and develop bid strategies.
• Follow up with clients regarding submitted bids and maintain active communication.
• Assist in building and maintaining a database of unit prices and parametric assemblies for recurring products.
• Prepare and lead detailed project turnover meetings with Project Managers after securing contracts.
• Provide budgeting assistance to customers during early project stages.
• Attend customer pre-bid meetings to gather project details.
• Support Project Managers with change order pricing when needed.
• Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Participate in post-project review meetings to analyze successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience estimating miscellaneous metals.
• Proficiency in Tekla Power Fab preferred.
• Experience with BlueBeam is a plus.
• Familiarity with stainless steel and aluminum fabrication is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

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