Estimating Coordinator

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Pelham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. in Pelham, Alabama is looking for an individual to support the Estimating and Sales teams by managing administrative processes and coordinating communication. The role involves maintaining accurate documentation and reporting to enhance productivity.

Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in computer applications like Excel. A degree in business administration or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with exceptional accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative processes for Estimating and Sales teams.
• Maintain detailed project information in the CRM.
• Review architectural and structural drawings for accuracy.
• Serve as a communication hub between Estimating and Sales.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proficient in Excel

Time-management

Education

Associate's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Salesforce.com

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Subsidiary

Vulcan Steel Products

Overview

This role supports the productivity of the Estimating and Sales teams by managing administrative processes, coordinating communication across departments, and maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Receive bid requests from outside sales representatives and internal team members; enter and maintain detailed project information in the CRM, and schedule estimates to be completed.
• Review architectural and structural drawings, specifications, blueprints, and supporting documents to identify information required for estimating and scheduling.
• Perform detailed assessments of project documents and requests to verify completeness, accuracy, and readiness for estimating and processing.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information, and potential issues, and coordinate with Sales, Estimating, and external stakeholders to obtain required documentation.
• Provide administrative support to Estimating department; maintain, and update estimating, sales, and operational reports.
• Serve as a communication hub between Estimating and Sales.
• Communicate regularly with internal departments and leadership to support continuous improvement initiatives and enhance departmental efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with exceptional accuracy in data entry, document review, and reporting.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, architectural plans, and specifications.
• Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage and monitor the bid process daily.
• Effective, professional communication both in written and verbal form.
• Ability to handle difficult customers with professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Salesforce.com experience.
• Experience in construction, estimating, manufacturing, or project coordination.
• An associate’s degree in business administration or related field.
• 2 or more years’ experience in sales or related field.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.