Job Description
Job Summary: EZARC, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Estimator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for structural & miscellaneous steel projects, ensuring that our bids align with industry standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong background in structural & miscellaneous steel fabrication/erection and construction estimating, with excellent analytical and communication skills.
Job Responsibilities: Estimating & Bidding: - Review project plans, blueprints, and specifications to determine material and labor requirements.
- Prepare detailed cost estimates & proposals for structural steel fabrication and erection, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Utilize Tekla PowerFab, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or other estimating software to develop accurate bids.
- Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and risk factors in project proposals.
- Prepare proposals and run estimate reviews with the project team, identifying project scope, labor needs, equipment needs, and project schedule.
Material & Labor Analysis: - Work with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing for raw materials, joists & decking, coatings, and hardware.
- Assess fabrication and erection man-hours based on job complexity and industry standards.
- Compare estimated vs. actual costs on completed projects to improve future estimating accuracy.
Collaboration & Communication: - Work closely with project managers, engineers, and shop/field personnel to align estimates with actual fabrication & erection capabilities.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to better understand project scope and constraints.
- Communicate with customers and general contractors to clarify project requirements and negotiate pricing.
Project Management Support: - Assist in project scheduling by providing estimated timelines for fabrication and delivery.
- Support the purchasing team by verifying material quantities and lead times.
- Ensure estimates comply with relevant industry standards (AISC, AWS, etc.) and EZARC policies.
- Participate in end of project reviews to determine areas for improvement in the estimating process.
Qualifications & Skills: - Experience in structural steel estimating, fabrication, or construction.
- Proficiency in Tekla PowerFab, Bluebeam, PlanSwift or other estimating software.
- Strong knowledge of structural steel materials, connections, welding, and fabrication/erection processes.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills for negotiating with vendors and coordinating with teams.
- Familiarity with AISC, ASTM, AWS, and OSHA standards related to structural steel.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Job Tags
Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor,