Senior Steel Estimator – Miscellaneous Metals

Jobot; York (York County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

PTO package

Growth and development

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Steel Estimator to join our team for miscellaneous steel projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. The role focuses on preparing time, cost, materials, and labor estimates from blueprints, coordinating with clients and vendors to resolve issues, and ensuring accurate bids for small to large metal projects.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years in steel estimation, extensive knowledge of steel and miscellaneous metals, and strong analytical, communication, and negotiation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Steel Estimator or in a similar role in the construction industry.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with steel and miscellaneous metals.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and project estimation.
• Ability to determine material and labor costs accurately.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a results‑driven approach.
• Proficiency in using computer software for developing estimates.
• A degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Certification from a recognized professional body is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Assessing cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Consulting with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Conducting special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
• Reviewing material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost‑effective to produce or purchase components.
• Preparing estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Accurately inputting costs for proposals and performing an accurate and detailed estimate from drawings for small to large miscellaneous metal projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Estimating software

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Professional certification (preferred)

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Steel Estimator to join our team for miscellaneous steel projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. The role focuses on preparing time, cost, materials, and labor estimates from blueprints, coordinating with clients and vendors to resolve issues, and ensuring accurate bids for small to large metal projects.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years in steel estimation, extensive knowledge of steel and miscellaneous metals, and strong analytical, communication, and negotiation