Project Manager/ Estimator - Miscellaneous Steel

Novax Recruitment Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Novax Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to join a growing miscellaneous steel firm on Long Island, NY. You will lead from estimating through installation, ensuring competitive bids and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong knowledge of architectural metalwork, excellent reading of drawings, and the ability to coordinate with detailers, fabricators and installers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating and/or project management experience.
• Experience in miscellaneous metals or architectural metalwork.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for commercial steelwork and architectural projects.
• Perform digital quantity takeoffs and review drawings, specs, and tender packages.
• Manage projects from bid to fabrication, installation and completion.
• Coordinate with detailers, fabricators, subcontractors and installation teams.
• Use estimating software to prepare bids within deadlines.
• Monitor progress and manage multiple priorities on ongoing commercial projects.
• Collaborate with the team and own your workload.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Reading drawings

Communication

Tools

Bluebeam

Tekla

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Estimator / Project Manager - Miscellaneous Steel

Location: Long Island, NY (Office-Based)

Salary: $90,000-$150,000 per year, depending on experience

The Role

We're seeking an experienced Estimator / Project Manager to join a growing commercial steelwork business in West Babylon, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on professional with expertise in miscellaneous metals and architectural metalwork to manage projects from estimating through to installation, while contributing to the company's continued growth.

Day to Day

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial steelwork and architectural metal projects.
• Complete digital quantity takeoffs and review construction drawings, specifications, and tender packages.
• Manage projects from initial bid through fabrication, installation, and completion.
• Coordinate with detailers, fabricators, subcontractors, and installation teams.
• Use estimating software and digital tools to prepare bids within tight deadlines.
• Monitor project progress, manage multiple priorities, and support ongoing commercial construction projects.
• Collaborate with an established team while taking ownership of your own workload.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of relevant estimating and/or project management experience.
• Background in miscellaneous metals, architectural metalwork, or commercial steelwork.
• Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Proficiency in digital estimating and on‑screen takeoff software.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Tekla, AutoCAD, Excel, or similar tools.
• Understanding of the project lifecycle, including fabrication and installation.
• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.