Structural Steel Estimator — Precise Bids & Costing

Jay Cashman, Inc.; Avon (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

FSA (Health & Dependent Care)

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

IPC Lydon is seeking a Full-Time Steel Estimator in Avon, MA to prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel and miscellaneous metals. You will review plans, specs, and quotes to build competitive bids and collaborate with project teams from estimating to execution.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in CM/Engineering and at least 3 years in steel estimating, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office and takeoff software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of steel/mechanical estimating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specs, and documents to understand project scope.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Develop and manage bids with complete cost elements.
• Solicit quotes from suppliers and fabricators.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material breakdowns.
• Use bid data for cost analyses and pricing strategies.
• Present estimates to management and stakeholders.
• Maintain vendor/client relationships to support pricing and quality.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Report writing

Communication

MS Office

Takeoff software

Structural steel estimating

Miscellaneous metals estimating

Analytical skills

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

On-screen takeoff software

Job description

IPC Lydon is seeking a Full-Time Steel Estimator in Avon, MA to prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel and miscellaneous metals. You will review plans, specs, and quotes to build competitive bids and collaborate with project teams from estimating to execution.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in CM/Engineering and at least 3 years in steel estimating, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office and takeoff software.