Senior Structural Steel Estimator

Schuff Steel; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Schuff Steel is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its North America team. You will work with fabrication, purchasing, field erection and pre-construction to develop accurate estimates for complex steel projects.

The role emphasizes reading blueprints, timelines, and coordination with multiple internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has five years of estimating experience in structural steel, proficiency with modern estimating software, and strong numerical and

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience estimating structural steel construction projects.
• Proven experience as a construction or steel estimator with accurate information for operations.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings and coordinate with multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, specifications, schedules to prepare accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with Sales and Pre-construction to understand size, scope, and timelines.
• Prepare detailed estimates for new projects and change orders with deadlines.
• Takeoffs of steel materials, shop and field labor, equipment, and subcontractors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Numbers proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma with drafting/structural course

Tools

Revu/Bluebeam

Plan Swift

Trimble Connect

Tekla Structures

Job description

Schuff Steel is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its North America team. You will work with fabrication, purchasing, field erection and pre-construction to develop accurate estimates for complex steel projects.

The role emphasizes reading blueprints, timelines, and coordination with multiple internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has five years of estimating experience in structural steel, proficiency with modern estimating software, and strong numerical and