Steel Fabrication Estimator in Chicago

Job Description

STEEL ESTIMATOR JOB DESCRIPTION:

A premier structural steel fabricator serving the Chicagoland area has an opening for a Steel Estimator with talent, initiative, and drive to join their team and have a critical role in their growing organization. A company that has been in the industry for over 80 years, tackling small residential to large commercial and industrial projects. My client hires only the best of the best and provides them with outstanding opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team-oriented environment.

As a lead estimator, you'll be responsible for estimating both structural and miscellaneous steel projects. Projects size range from $50K-$3Million.  This Estimating position comes with a very competitive salary and great benefits. 

Steel Estimator PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Quantitative take offs. 
• Oversee and review project plans, requirements and specifications
• Demonstrated leadership ability to coordinate a team to develop an estimate
• Determine labor and equipment costs
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Understand project logistics and project schedule for Steel industry standards
• Understand all bid documents and assess project risks
• Review quotes and estimates with the project team
• Prepare estimates and different levels of completion ( conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc.)
• Orchestrate pre-construction duties and meeting with owners, clients and engineers
• Serve as company interface between owner & architect

Steel Estimator QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of steel estimating experience
• Detailing experience not required but a bonus.  
• Advanced computer skills with estimating software
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
• Understand aspects of structural steel and misc. metal concepts.

For Immediate Consideration APPLY TODAY!

Zac Lubin -Call or text (605) 370 5998 or email @zac.lubin@gogpac.com 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.