Senior Design Estimator

BlueScope North America; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative culture with cutting-edge strategies

Professional development and leadership training

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading building solutions manufacturer in Kansas City is seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to evaluate project profitability and ensure it aligns with financial goals. This role involves developing detailed cost evaluations for pre-engineered buildings and collaborating with sales and engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and significant experience in estimating, with a strong emphasis on communication and analytical skills. This position offers competitive benefits and a supportive hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating, design, or project management required.
• Ability to work with complex technical information.
• Strong analytical skills to assess project profitability and risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost evaluations for pre-engineered buildings.
• Support preconstruction efforts with proposals and assessments.
• Evaluate potential projects for financial alignment and risks.
• Communicate complex technical details to clients and stakeholders.
• Utilize software and processes for accurate estimates.

Skills

Estimating for pre-engineered building systems

Experience in project management

Knowledge of structural design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

10 years of experience in estimating or related field

Job description

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Company Description

For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer‑first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!

Join Us as a Senior Estimator

We’re seeking a highly skilled, detail‑oriented, and strategic Senior Estimator to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in evaluating potential projects for profitability and risk, ensuring business decisions align with economic value, sustainability, and community impact. Your expertise will help shape the future of pre‑engineered buildings and services, leveraging industry‑leading products and innovative strategies to drive success. This is an exciting opportunity to lead with technical excellence, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and contribute to the equitable growth of our business.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Normal office environment with a hybrid work schedule: We are committed to fostering an engaging, productive, and supportive work environment.
• To support a healthy work‑life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, and sick time.

What We Offer

• Innovative Culture – Work with industry‑shaping products and cutting‑edge estimating strategies
• Growth Opportunities – Access to professional development, leadership training, and career advancement.
• Collaborative Team – Join a team that values mutual respect, trust, and teamwork.
• Competitive Benefits – A comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a focus on work‑life balance.

Responsibilities / What You’ll Do

• Develop Technical Estimates – Provide detailed cost evaluations for pre‑engineered and hybrid buildings, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Support Sales & Engineering – Serve as a key resource in preconstruction efforts by preparing professional proposals, performing structural design assessments, and offering technical insights.
• Assess Project Profitability & Risk – Evaluate potential projects to ensure alignment with financial goals, risk management strategies, and customer satisfaction.
• Engage with Clients & Stakeholders – Communicate highly complex technical information with customers, internal teams, and external suppliers to support seamless project execution.
• Optimize Cost & Efficiency – Utilize engineering software, brand processes, and pricing systems to generate precise estimates and innovative solutions.
• Lead Knowledge Sharing – Train and mentor colleagues on estimating best practices, company products, and software tools to drive team excellence.

Qualifications / What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field and 5 years of experience in estimating, design, or project management.
• In lieu of degree, 10 years of experience in estimating, project management, or a related field.
• Experience in estimating pre‑engineered building systems.
• Knowledge of structural design.

Notice to External Search Firms

BlueScope Buildings does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. BlueScope Buildings Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Additional Information

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level. The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO Statement

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing

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