Chief Estimator Steel Construction

Energy Jobline; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Estimator specializing in steel construction. This pivotal role requires over a decade of estimating experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong mathematical aptitude. You will coordinate bid preparations, assist in budget creation, and ensure seamless project transitions to construction teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will help shape the future of construction projects and lead a talented estimating staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in steel construction estimating.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with various stakeholders including Owners and Contractors.
• Prepare budgets and ensure proper project handoff.

Skills

Steel Construction Estimating

Communication Skills

Mathematical Aptitude

Project Management

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Chief Estimator Steel Construction

• Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Owners, Representatives, Fabricators, General Contractors, Suppliers, and Consultants.
• Coordinate bid preparation requirements.
• Assist in preparing budgets, subcontracts, purchase orders, and preliminary project schedules.
• Ensure proper project handoff when the project is taken over by the construction team.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and conditions to determine the scope of work.
• Estimate indirect costs including management, construction equipment, and tools.
• Review all proposals internally before submission to Owners, Fabricators, and General Contractors.
• Engage in proposal presentations as necessary.
• Train and mentor estimating staff and direct reports.
• Maintain strong and positive relationships with operations teams.
• Prepare budget pricing, unit price schedules, and lump sum pricing.

Requirements

• 10+ years of steel construction estimating experience.
• Excellent communication skills with strong math aptitude.
• Experience in industrial and commercial structural and miscellaneous construction work.
• Able to work efficiently and accurately, consistently meeting deadlines.
• Experience in conceptual estimating and design-build projects.
• Strong business communication and leadership skills, supervisory experience.
• Experience with design models.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs.

PBI is an equal opportunity employer.