Industrial Structural Steel Estimator — Grow with Large Projects

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Steel Estimator to prepare complete estimates for industrial projects, modular fabrication, and select commercial work.

The role requires coordinating with in-house trades and vendors, compiling take-offs, and ensuring pricing accuracy before bid deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of structural steel, experience with Tekla PowerFab and related tools, and the ability to travel for pre-bid site visits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience estimating/pre-construction
• 5+ years experience in structural steel/miscellaneous metals construction
• Knowledge of Tekla, Fabtrol, Fabsuite or equivalent estimating software
• Understanding of AWS D1.1 welding code and AISC Steel Construction
• Ability to take off complete industrial steel systems
• Experience budgeting, construction schedules, and manpower projections
• Strong written/verbal communication and organization skills

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents including Instructions to Bid, Bid Forms and Scope of Work
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage on all scopes
• Distribute plans, specifications and addenda to subcontractors/vendors via ftp or email
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits; travel if required
• Coordinate scope of work between in-house trades (Sheet Metal, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Electrical, Steel, Millwrights)
• Take-off all equipment and material for trade scope using Tekla PowerFab
• Enter all costs into bid summary before bid due date
• Review take-off and pricing for completeness on self-performed work
• Review subcontractor/vendor quotations for full compliance with plans/specifications
• Provide trade-specific scope to Preconstruction Manager for proposals
• Assist in procurement of materials/equipment after project award
• Enter steel estimate into job cost control program and participate in turnover meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Estimating

Pre-construction

Structural steel

Commercial construction

Education

AAS or BS in Engineering/Construction Management

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Tekla PowerFab (Trimble)

Fabtrol

Fabsuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Steel Estimator to prepare complete estimates for industrial projects, modular fabrication, and select commercial work.

The role requires coordinating with in-house trades and vendors, compiling take-offs, and ensuring pricing accuracy before bid deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of structural steel, experience with Tekla PowerFab and related tools, and the ability to travel for pre-bid site visits.