iHire · 5 days ago
Estimator – Structural Steel
Lodi, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expA.E.S. / Construction Worldwide has partnered with iHire to find a dedicated Estimator for their client, a leader in the structural steel industry. The Estimator will develop accurate cost estimates for structural steel projects, collaborating with various teams to ensure proposals align with business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Review and analyze bid solicitation documents including drawings, specifications, contract conditions, schedules and general conditions to determine scope and requirements
Perform comprehensive quantity take-offs for structural steel, connections, miscellaneous metals, stairs/railings and associated components
Develop and manage estimates including material cost, labor cost, equipment/rental, subcontractor scopes, shop vs field fabrication, erection costs, overhead and mark-up
Source and solicit vendor/subcontractor pricing, maintain supplier directory and build trusted relationships
Collaborate with operations, fabrication and erection teams to validate assumptions, assess constructability challenges, schedule impacts and value engineering opportunities
Prepare competitive bid packages and ensure timely submission, clearly presenting assumptions, exclusions and contingencies
Track and report on estimating metrics: bid hitrate, cost variance, lessons learned; update historical cost database to support continuous improvement
Support risk assessment and contingency planning to identify potential budget or schedule exposures
Mentor and support junior estimators (if applicable), helping develop their skills and ensuring consistency across estimates
Stay current with structural steel industry trends, fabrication/erection methods, material market fluctuations and relevant estimating software tools
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in structural steel fabrication/erection or heavy structural metals environment
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, specifications and contract documents
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel especially), PDF tools (BlueBeam or equivalent) and estimating software
Excellent analytical, mathematical and organizational skills; high attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to partner across multiple functional teams and levels
Self-starter, motivated, able to manage multiple bids/projects concurrently and meet deadlines
Preferred
5+ years of estimating experience
Experience with 3D modelling or steel fabrication software (e.g., Tekla, SDS/2, Revit) and estimating platforms (Tekla EPM, Fabtrol)
Fabrication and field erection experience with structural and miscellaneous metals
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Benefits
Professional growth and development: access to training, career advancement and exposure to best-in-class steel fabrication/erection practices.
Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with industry leadership.
Company
iHire
An industry-specific recruitment platform that connects employers with qualified candidates across 57 talent communities.
51-200 employees
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