Steel Estimator

Job Description

Estimator

Quality Ironworks has an immediate opening for an experienced Steel Estimator. Working in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area.

As an Estimator, you will provide complete and accurate takeoffs and estimates to ensure that Quality Ironworks and its clients have a clear understanding of the scope of each estimated project.

• Perform Estimating Take-offs and Proposals
• Review specifications
• Determine shop fabrication methods for cost effective production
• Client RFI’s to clarify specs and scope of work
• Make site trips to confirm measurements, site conditions as needed
• Bid projects with bid documents
• Work with sales team to negotiate contracts
• Communicate and coordinate with GC’s, owners, architects, construction managers, Engineers
• Prepare, review and update cost analysis on standard products
• Provide cost breakout to accounting
• Provide required information to administration for creation of:
• Schedule of Values
• Field Draws
• Create Internal Documents
• Scope of Work for DPM and PS
• Forecast Schedule for initial forecasting
• Provide scope clarification to QIW project team, DPM / PS
• Price change orders per Client ASI / RFI’s and requested add’l field work

• Proficient in using Excel, Outlook and Blue Beam Revu
• Proficient in interpreting contract drawings & documents
• Able to see “holes” in drawings and correctly estimate potential “fixes”
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Construction experience
• Experience in using TEKLA Structures a plus but not required

• Associates degree or equivalent from 2-year college or university or 1 year experience in steel construction industry Previous experience in successfully leading/managing

• Complete benefits package – Including health, dental and vision insurance
• 9 paid holidays and vacation time available.
• Opportunity for Advancement – many of our managers were promoted from within!
• Team environment – Enjoy working with a supportive group of employees that look out for one another.
• Job stability – You can feel secure in your job because of the company’s agenda of predetermined projects.

* Salary Commensurate with Experience

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