Project Estimator – Custom Steel Fabrication

Swanton Weld; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Swanton Welding & Machining Co. in Swanton, Ohio seeks a Project Estimator to convert customer drawings and RFQs into accurate estimates.

You will interact with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Operations to align on project needs and ensure competitive quotations for custom steel projects. The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple quotes while maintaining thorough estimating records and driving continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, fabrication, manufacturing, engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, labor requirements, and material usage.

Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to understand project requirements.
• Develop detailed estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and outside services.
• Prepare accurate and competitive project quotations for custom fabricated steel projects.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and areas needing clarification prior to quoting.
• Collaborate with vendors and Purchasing to obtain material and outside-process pricing.
• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Operations to ensure alignment on project needs.
• Maintain thorough estimating documentation and historical cost data.
• Support the handoff process for awarded projects and contribute to ongoing improvement of estimating accuracy.
• Analyze estimated versus actual project performance to refine future estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Drawing interpretation

Mathematical skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Multi-quote management

Organizational skills

Metal fabrication experience

Cost estimation

Job description

Swanton Welding & Machining Co. in Swanton, Ohio seeks a Project Estimator to convert customer drawings and RFQs into accurate estimates.

You will interact with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Operations to align on project needs and ensure competitive quotations for custom steel projects. The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple quotes while maintaining thorough estimating records and driving continuous improvement in