Structural Steel Erection Estimator

GMF Steel

$90K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in construction estimating
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or business (preferred)
  • Experience in Commercial General Contracting Estimating is a plus
  • Drafting skills are beneficial
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred
  • Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed proposals covering structural steel and miscellaneous metals
  • Perform material take-offs including labor and equipment needs
  • Anticipate complex fabrication challenges and adjust bids accordingly
  • Review all contract documents thoroughly, including specs and drawings
  • Calculate required quantities and types for project completion
  • Optimize shop operations and timelines for efficiency
  • Develop practical erection plans with necessary labor and equipment
  • Identify areas needing clarification in bid documents

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance coverage
  • 401k Match Program for retirement savings
  • Generous Paid Time Off allowances
Full Job Description
GMF Steel Group is seeking a competitive, detail-oriented erection estimator with a strong understanding of construction processes and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality work. This role is ideal for a driven professional who wants to grow within a fast-paced steel company.

This is not a remote position. It is required to be in-person in Lakeland, FL.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare proposals including structural steel, miscellaneous metals, detailing, installation/erection, and various other special conditions
  • Take-off of materials, shop labor, field labor, equipment requirements
  • Understand and foresee complex fabrication and erection scenarios, and adjust to account for them in bid proposal
  • Evaluate all contract documents including specifications, drawings, general conditions, and special provisions
  • Determine quantities and types of members required to complete project scope
  • Determine shop operations along with the total time for each required to complete project scope in the most efficient manner
  • Determine practical and efficient erection schemes along with the labor force and equipment required
  • Note and reference any areas of the bid documents that require additional explanation and if allowances or exclusions must be noted


Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience, preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or business, preferred
  • Experience in Commercial General Contracting Estimating preferred
  • Drafting experience, preferred
  • AutoCAD experience, preferred
  • Ability to read and understand construction plans
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office full suite, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Strong time-management and organizational skills required


Salary:

  • $90,000 - $140,000/year
  • Dependent upon experience
  • Eligibility for performance bonuses


Benefits/Perks:

  • Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, and a 401k Match Program
  • Paid Time Off


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