Senior Estimator

Jobot; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary!

Excellent Benefits Package!

Flexible Work Schedules!

Accelerated Career Growth!

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator for our Eau Claire, WI location to lead the preparation and management of large, complex estimates for heavy civil/bridge fabrication. You will analyze drawings, specs, and bid documents to develop accurate estimates and guide bid strategy.

The role requires 8–12 years in estimating, strong MS Office and MS Project proficiency, and the ability to mentor junior estimators while collaborating with purchasing, production, and project teams to ensure winning bids.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years’ experience in estimating fabrication or heavy civil/bridge projects.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, AWS, AREMA, AISC COSP, and DOT docs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of large, complex estimates across labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and project assumptions.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, RFPs, and bid documents to develop comprehensive estimates and identify risks and opportunities.
• Own estimates from initial review through final proposal, including cost analysis, bid strategy, estimate reviews, and executive presentations.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies by evaluating project scope, historical cost data, production methods, procurement options, and market conditions.
• Provide technical guidance on complex estimating challenges and ensure estimates align with company standards and best practices.
• Mentor and support junior estimators by reviewing work, sharing expertise, and improving estimating processes.
• Collaborate with estimating, purchasing, production, and project teams to ensure clear communication and successful bid execution.
• Support change order pricing, special studies, and project planning efforts while maintaining a strong understanding of project requirements and delivery strategies.
• Monitor estimate performance, communicate key assumptions and risks, and assist with overall bid leadership as needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Estimating

Mentoring

Project collaboration

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Relocation Assistance Provided | Building Critical Infrastructure in the US

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlyn Hardy

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a heavy steel and fabrication company that’s been in business for over 100 years. Our steel is used to build critical infrastructure in the US. We use high-tech CNC equipment to fabricate tons of structural steel every year.

Our Eau Claire location is seeking a Senior Estimator to assist in the preparation of the company’s largest and most complex bids by developing accurate estimates, material and labor take-offs, buyout support, logistical plans, and bid proposals while ensuring project goals and budgets are met. This role mentors junior estimators, applies best practices and historical data, interprets RFPs, improves estimating processes, and requires strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills with potential for future leadership growth.

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Excellent Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of large, complex estimates, ensuring accuracy across labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and project assumptions.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, RFPs, and bid documents to develop comprehensive estimates and identify unique project requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Own estimates from initial review through final proposal, including cost analysis, bid strategy, estimate reviews, and executive presentations.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies by evaluating project scope, historical cost data, production methods, procurement options, and market conditions.
• Provide technical guidance on complex estimating challenges and ensure estimates align with company standards and best practices.
• Mentor and support junior estimators by reviewing work, sharing expertise, and improving estimating processes.
• Collaborate with estimating, purchasing, production, and project teams to ensure clear communication and successful bid execution.
• Support change order pricing, special studies, and project planning efforts while maintaining a strong understanding of project requirements and delivery strategies.
• Monitor estimate performance, communicate key assumptions and risks, and assist with overall bid leadership as needed.

Requirements

• 8 to 12 years of experience in estimating, fabrication, or similar manufacturing of heavy civil/bridge projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, project data, and contract documents, including AWS, AREMA, AISC COSP, and DOT standards.
• Extensive knowledge of general estimating and engineering principles and the methods of steel fabrication.
• Ability to visualize the assembly process of fabricated pieces and apply labor accordingly based on established rates.
• Understanding of AWS welding symbols.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and MS Project.
• Understanding and proficiency in developing CPM master project proposal schedules.

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