Estimator

Klute, Inc.; York (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Klute, Inc. is looking for a detail-oriented Estimator to join their team in York, Nebraska. This position offers a clear career path into Project Management and is ideal for those who enjoy working with technical information and project data.

With a focus on maintaining high standards, Klute has built a reputation for quality and integrity in steel fabrication since 1961. If you have a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience, this role could be your chance to thrive in a stable, family-owned environment.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years of experience in cost estimating or a related field required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications preferred.
• Experience with steel fabrication or construction processes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive project estimates.
• Review project plans, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Analyze material, labor, and production costs.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Comfortable with numbers

Strong communication skills

Curious and motivated to learn

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Build More Than Quotes—Build a Career

Do you enjoy working with numbers, analyzing details, and solving complex challenges? Are you the type of person who likes turning information into action and finding solutions others might miss?

Klute is looking for a detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with technical information, blueprints, and project data while building a long-term career with a stable, family-owned company.

Better yet, this position offers a clear path for growth into Project Management as your experience and responsibilities expand.

Why Klute?

Since 1961, Klute has been a trusted leader in steel fabrication, providing critical infrastructure solutions across the country. As a third-generation family-owned company, we've built our reputation on quality, integrity, and doing what we say we'll do.

Our industry continues to grow, and so do we. That means opportunity for talented individuals who want to grow their careers alongside a successful business.

What You'll Find at Klute

• Stable, long-term career opportunities in an essential industry
• A family-owned company that values people and relationships
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A career path into Project Management

What You'll Do

As an Estimator, you'll play a critical role in helping Klute secure and successfully execute projects by preparing accurate and competitive project estimates.

You'll:

• Review project plans, specifications, and customer requirements
• Analyze material, labor, and production costs
• Prepare detailed project estimates and proposals
• Communicate with customers to clarify project requirements
• Organize and maintain project and quote information
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and competitive bids

Every project is different, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys critical thinking, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Build Your Future with Klute

This is more than an estimating position. It's an opportunity to join a growing company, learn a specialized industry, and build a career with room to advance.

If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and being part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the infrastructure that powers communities across America.

Klute is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Experience: 1 – 3 years

Who Thrives in This Role?

We're looking for someone who is:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working with numbers and technical information
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Curious and motivated to learn
• Strong written and verbal communication via email/phone calls
• Interested in building a long-term career in estimating and project management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimating, construction, manufacturing, steel fabrication, or a related field
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other business software
• Knowledge of structural steel, steel fabrication, or construction processes is helpful but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Extended Sitting and working on the computer; standing and/or walking <15%
• Ability to view computer monitor
• Frequent alpha/numeric keyboarding