Remote Estimator (Structural Steel Fabrication)

Our client is a growing commercial structural steel fabrication and installation company based in the United States. They specialize in structural steel fabrication, miscellaneous metals, and steel installation projects for commercial construction. The client is seeking a Full-Time Remote Structural Steel Estimator who will take ownership of the estimating process. This role will work closely with the owner to prepare accurate project estimates, allowing leadership to focus on project management and business operations.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel fabrication projects, including structural steel, miscellaneous steel, stairs, handrails, and pre-engineered metal building installations; Review architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and bid documents; Perform quantity takeoffs using estimating software and manual markups when necessary; Obtain and evaluate vendor and supplier quotations for steel packages, materials, and subcontracted work; Work directly with company leadership to understand estimating methodologies, labor rates, overhead, and target profit margins; Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, and aligned with project profitability goals; Utilize various estimating and construction management software platforms, including Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Procore, and similar tools; Maintain organized bid documentation and support project transitions after contract award

Requirements

3–12+ years of U.S. commercial construction estimating experience; Strong experience in structural steel fabrication estimating; Experience estimating miscellaneous metals and fabricated steel packages; Proven experience obtaining vendor quotations and managing material pricing; Proficient with construction estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Procore, and other industry-standard estimating platforms; Excellent English communication skills; Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail; Available to work 40 hours per week during U.S. Central Time business hours; Strong proficiency with construction estimating software (Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Procore, or equivalent); Experience obtaining vendor and supplier quotations; Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to estimate accuracy; Comfortable working within established estimating processes and workflows; Direct structural steel fabrication estimating experience is required

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Understands steel fabrication processes, material costs, and fabrication workflows; Produces highly accurate estimates that help protect project profitability; Takes initiative in obtaining competitive vendor pricing and validating costs; Can work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong accountability; Is adaptable and comfortable working within different estimating systems and client workflows