Job Summary:
We are seeking a detailoriented Estimator to analyze project requirements interpret technical drawings and specifications and develop accurate cost estimates. This role involves coordinating with suppliers subcontractors and internal teams to ensure competitive and precise project bids. A background in fabrication or welding is beneficial but not required.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and interpret commercial and technical specifications to assess cost and execution impacts.
- Review and understand drawings to determine material and subcontractor requirements.
- Perform detailed material takeoffs and generate requisitions (RFQs) for material quotes.
- Develop subcontractor scope summaries and request quotes from qualified subcontractors.
- Identify and qualify suppliers and subcontractors based on project needs and timelines.
- Assess costsaving opportunities and develop strategic estimating approaches.
- Estimate labor costs and project timelines based on manufacturing processes and experience.
- Create independent project schedules and labor estimates for bid preparation.
- Communicate bid plans cost breakdowns and potential risks to sales and management teams.
Qualifications:
- Education: and nbsp;High school diploma and nbsp;required
- Trade school training and nbsp;or completion is a plus
- College degree and nbsp;is a plus.
- Experience: and nbsp;Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in estimating procurement or a related field.
- Steel fitting or iron worker background is a plus
- Welding experience or background is a plus
- Manufacturing experience is a plus
- Engineering designer or drafting experience is a plus
- Skills: and nbsp;Estimating blueprint reading takeoffs requisitions procurement subcontracting costing negotiation scheduling strategy communication analysis and organization.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Microsoft and nbsp;Products. Daily use of Outlook and nbsp;Excel and nbsp;and Word.
- Web research.
- Strong ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a team dedicated to excellence in custom fabrication.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Apply today and be part of a company where precision and problemsolving drive success!