Lead Estimator - Steel Fabrication & Shipbuilding

Keel; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Competitive Pay

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel is seeking an Estimator Lead to prepare estimated costs for laser cut parts, forming and fabrication, enabling sales and management to decide product pricing and capacity. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and design to ensure accurate quotes and feasibility.

You will lead in estimating, work with Draftsmen using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Excel, and guide junior estimators across projects to meet schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related major from a four-year college or university; and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of six years of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product for cost feasibility with sales, engineering, and design to determine quoting strategies.
• Develop cost estimates with Draftsmen using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Excel, and PDF editors.
• Take a Project Lead role in the department and guide estimating efforts.
• Work independently on moderately complex project aspects and ensure on-time quote delivery.
• Perform cost analyses, BOM setup in estimating systems (JobBOSS, Merrill Quotation).
• Train and assist junior Estimators and improve estimating processes.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Blueprint reading

Interpersonal skills

Estimating skills

Training junior estimators

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related major

Tools

AutoCAD

JobBOSS

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Foxit

Job description

Keel is seeking an Estimator Lead to prepare estimated costs for laser cut parts, forming and fabrication, enabling sales and management to decide product pricing and capacity. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, and design to ensure accurate quotes and feasibility.

You will lead in estimating, work with Draftsmen using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Excel, and guide junior estimators across projects to meet schedules and quality standards.