Estimating Manager

Jobot; East York (PA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

PTO package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Estimating Manager in the United States for a leading steel fabrication firm. The role focuses on accurate and competitive estimates for commercial projects, overseeing cost control, budgeting, and QA.

You will generate reports on bid progress and budget performance, supervise staff, and contribute to project success. The position requires at least five years in estimating with structural steel, plus proficiency with Tekla, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in structural steel construction estimating.
• Proficiency with Tekla, Bluebeam and On-Screen Takeoff.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction, market trends, materials costs and labor rates.
• Experience in cost control, budgeting, compliance and quality assurance.
• Ability to generate detailed reports and presentations on bid progress and budget performance.
• Experience in change order management and design assistance.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Input costs for proposals and perform detailed estimates from drawings.
• Oversee cost control, budgeting, compliance, and QA for all projects.
• Generate detailed reports and presentations on bid progress and budget performance.
• Manage change orders and provide design assistance as needed.
• Monitor market trends, material costs and labor rates to keep pricing current.
• Use Tekla, Bluebeam and On-Screen Takeoff for construction tasks.
• Supervise and mentor the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Detail oriented

Budgeting

Cost control

Estimating

Reporting

Tools

Tekla

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Estimating Manager

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a well-established, privately held steel fabrication and erection company that is looking to hire for their estimating team due to continued growth. With a strong presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, they specialize in structural steel design, engineering, detailing, fabrication, erection, and retrofitting of existing structural members. Their commitment to delivering high-quality steel solutions has made them a trusted partner in the construction industry. As they continue to grow and take on diverse projects, our client is seeking an Assistant Estimating Manager to join their growing team. This role is crucial in providing accurate and competitive estimates that contribute to the successful acquisition, execution of projects, and helping to lead the team. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for the steel industry, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence.

Why join us

• Comprehensive health benefits : Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• PTO package
• Growth and development

Job Details

This exciting opportunity is for a seasoned professional with a passion for the construction industry. As a Estimating Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the planning and execution of various construction projects. Your primary function will be to provide accurate and detailed estimates for a wide range of commercial projects, from small to large miscellaneous metal projects. This role will also involve cost control, budgeting, compliance, and quality assurance. You will be responsible for generating detailed reports and presentations on bid progress, success rates, and budget performance.

Responsibilities

• 1. Accurately input costs for proposals and perform detailed estimates from drawings for various projects.
• 2. Oversee cost control, budgeting, compliance, and quality assurance for all assigned projects.
• 3. Assist in generating detailed reports and presentations on bid progress, success rates, and budget performance.
• 4. Manage change orders and provide design assistance as needed.
• 5. Monitor market trends, material costs, and labor rates to maintain up-to-date pricing strategies.
• 6. Use software such as Tekla, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff for various construction tasks.
• 7. Supervise and guide a team, providing support and mentorship as needed.

Qualifications

• 1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in structural steel construction estimating.
• 2. Proficiency in using software such as Tekla, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff.
• 3. Strong understanding of the commercial construction industry, including market trends, material costs, and labor rates.
• 4. Proven experience in cost control, budgeting, compliance, and quality assurance.
• 5. Ability to generate detailed reports and presentations on bid progress, success rates, and budget performance.
• 6. Experience in change order management and design assistance.
• 7. A minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience is preferred.

This role requires a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of the construction industry. If you have a passion for estimating and a track record of successful project management.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.