Construction Estimator: Blueprint to Budget

SteelFab, Inc.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SteelFab, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks a detail-oriented estimator to support bid preparation and cost analysis. You will coordinate subcontractor bid packages, perform take-offs, and compile cost recaps for management review.

This role requires strong numerical skills, organization, and teamwork. Responsibilities include preparing proposals, networking with vendors, and assisting project managers from bid through construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year associate’s degree and one year of relevant experience.
• Some knowledge of computer skills and ability to analyze numbers.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bid document distribution to potential subcontractors with Document Control department.
• Prepare scope, alternate & exclusions in proposals for review and submission to customers.
• Perform material and labor take-off using company software.
• Run software reports from takeoff for review by sales leadership.
• Prepare a cost recap with vendor scope analysis for managers.
• Coordinate project scope and schedule with vendors/subcontractors via calls & emails.
• Collaborate with designers to establish budget pricing and scope of work for upcoming projects.
• Provide pricing feedback to vendors to meet company needs.
• Support client and subcontractor relationship-building to promote SteelFab’s capabilities.
• Assist Project Managers during turnover from bid to construction.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Organizational skills

Team oriented

Initiative

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Takeoff software

Job description

SteelFab, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks a detail-oriented estimator to support bid preparation and cost analysis. You will coordinate subcontractor bid packages, perform take-offs, and compile cost recaps for management review.

This role requires strong numerical skills, organization, and teamwork. Responsibilities include preparing proposals, networking with vendors, and assisting project managers from bid through construction.