Senior Estimator

United Steel, Inc. is the largest fabricator and erector of structural steel and miscellaneous metals in New England. We have been in business for over 50 years and have safely produced top quality products for our customers.

We are currently seeking an experienced Structural Steel Estimator

The role of the Sr. Estimator is to support the needs of the sales staff. The majority of time will be estimating for Structural Steel and related products. It includes review of construction documents (plans and specifications), making a material take -off, calculating Labor and Material costs to develop an estimate and bid proposal. Must have the ability and knowledge base to review other estimator’s work. Estimators will also mentor estimators with less experience and knowledge.  This position also requires the knowledge to do budgetary/conceptual estimates. A percentage of time for this role will require communication with the customer and subcontractors in relation to each project is bidding.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Review other estimators work for accuracy.


• Work with budgetary/conceptual estimates.


• Mentor other estimators.


• Reviews construction documents, Site, Architectural and Structural Steel plans, specifications and understands scope of work to bid.


• Executes take-offs of construction documents.


• Works the entire life cycle of a bid from bid invitation to finalizing bid proposal for submission to customer.  


• General understanding of material pricing for various steel shapes.


• Obtains pricing for materials and bids from subcontractors.


• General understanding of structural steel detailing, fabrication, and erection.


• Working knowledge of AESS finishes and workmanship.


• General knowledge structural steel finishes.


• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.


• Interfaces with others within the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.


•  Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items.


• Attends departmental meetings and customer scope reviews as required.


• Performs contract review for scope accuracy and costs.


• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED diploma, or one (1) to twelve (12) months of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 


• 8 years minimum Estimating experience.


• Must have the ability to read and understand design drawings 


• Basic math skills and technical writing skills required.


• Strong attention to detail; ability to multitask and manage time effectively. 


• Must have good oral and written skills. 


• Proficient computer skills on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all levels in the organization, Customers and Vendors; must be able to deal with ambiguity and various changing requirements while maintaining a professional attitude. 


• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work through bid process, addressing customer needs and requests, and balancing business needs.

Required Competencies

Collaboration Skills; Ethical Conduct; Thoroughness; Business Acumen; Communication Proficiency; Decision Making; Initiative; Problem Solving/Analysis; Planning and Organizing; Time Management

We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, 401(k) with company match, supplemental benefits and more. 

https://www.unitedsteel.com

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