Structural Steel Estimator - BIM & Bid Champion

Steel Tech USA; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Steel Tech USA is seeking a Structural Steel Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for fabrication and erection projects in a dynamic office setting in The Colony, TX. You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, and coordinate with sales, project management, and production teams.

The role requires reading structural/architectural drawings, knowledge of steel fabrication and coatings, and proficiency with estimating software and Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; construction management or engineering degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope. Perform material takeoffs for structural steel and miscellaneous metals.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, coatings, freight, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, review, and analyze vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop bid summaries including clarifications, exclusions, and assumptions. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and detailers to address scope questions.
• Track bid schedules and ensure timely submission.
• Maintain historical cost data and estimating records.
• Participate in bid reviews and project handoff meetings.
• Comfortable using BIM technology and Estimator software programs.

Skills

Read drawings

Estimating software

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bid management

AISC standards

Miscellaneous metals estimating

Shop detailing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction management degree

Engineering degree

Tools

BIM software

Estimator software

CAD software

Job description

Steel Tech USA is seeking a Structural Steel Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for fabrication and erection projects in a dynamic office setting in The Colony, TX. You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, and coordinate with sales, project management, and production teams.

The role requires reading structural/architectural drawings, knowledge of steel fabrication and coatings, and proficiency with estimating software and Excel.