Structural and Misc. Steel Estimator
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Estimator, Structural Engineer -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Estimator, Structural Engineer, Building & Residential Construction
Estimator – Structural Steel
Location:
Lakewood, WA (In-Office) Industry: Structural Steel Construction
Employment Type:
Full-Time
A well-established structural steel contractor is seeking an Estimator to support ongoing and upcoming projects out of its Lakewood, WA office. This role is part of a planned transition due to an upcoming retirement and offers long-term stability within a collaborative estimating team.
The RoleThe Estimator will prepare accurate, detail-driven estimates for structural steel scopes, working closely with company leadership throughout the bid and review process. This is a hands-on estimating role focused on plan review, material takeoffs, and practical construction understanding.
What We're Looking For- Structural steel experience (required)
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
- Background in steel installation, fabrication, or structural estimating
- Practical understanding of how steel projects are built
- Comfortable working in a primarily office-based environment
Field experience is strongly valued, though experienced structural estimators without field backgrounds will also be considered.
Work Environment- 95% in-office role based in Lakewood, WA
- No remote or hybrid option
- Occasional job walks as needed
- Travel required (approximately 40–50%), including Arizona and other U.S. locations
- Company-provided housing during travel, as needed
- Base Salary: $70,000–$85,000, depending on experience
- Vacation: 2 weeks
- Sick Time: 52 hours annually
- Holidays: 8 union holidays (Nevada projects)
- Medical / Dental / Vision: 100% company-paid
- $250 personal deductible
- $500 family deductible
- Retirement: SEP plan with 6% company contribution
- Bonus:
Annual bonus if the division is profitable - Equipment & Expenses:
- Company laptop
- Gas card
- Cell phone reimbursement ($45/month)
- Housing assistance provided as needed, including housing across the U.S. for travel assignments
Interview Process The interview process includes a virtual interview followed by a short estimating exercise to confirm plan comprehension and estimating fundamentals.
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