Position: Steel Erection Estimator (Remote)
Company Overview: We take on the most challenging, high‑profile construction projects and deliver safely, on schedule, and with uncompromising quality. Our capabilities include steel erection, precast concrete, tower crane services, and preconstruction engineering/design assistance. We believe safety, collaboration, and quality are non‑negotiable.
Now, we’re seeking an Estimator to help us win and deliver the next generation of landmark projects.
What You’ll Do:
As an Estimator you will play a pivotal role in shaping project scope, budgets, and execution. Key responsibilities include:
- Review drawings, specifications, and request for proposals (RFPs) to understand project requirements
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs (steel, concrete, connections, labor, equipment)
- Prepare cost estimates, direct costs, indirects, overheads, and contingency allowances
- Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate bids from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
- Work closely with engineering, design, and operations teams to validate constructability assumptions
- Develop and present bid packages and proposals to management and clients
- Monitor and maintain estimation databases and historical cost records
- Provide value-engineering input to optimize cost, schedule, and constructability
- Assist in post‑bid work: reviewing subcontractor scopes, clarifications, and incorporating changes
- Support change order pricing and claims as needed
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience estimating structural / specialty construction (steel erection, precast, heavy structure)
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, structures, steel detailing, connections, concrete, erection sequencing
- Proficiency with takeoff/estimating software (e.g. Bluebeam, On‑Screen Takeoff, Sage Estimating or equivalent)
- Experience with Excel models, cost databases, and bid spreadsheets
- Excellent negotiation skills and vendor/subcontractor sourcing relationships
- Strong verbal and written communication: ability to present to management and clients
- High attention to detail, with ability to think holistically (schedule, risk, logistics)
- Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines
- Willingness to travel to job sites for bidding, site visits, or support (as required)
- Professional attitude, integrity, teamwork orientation
What You’ll Get (Benefits & Perks)
- Competitive salary with performance or bonus incentives
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life insurance)
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Paid time off, holidays
- Opportunity to work on landmark, high‑visibility projects
- Exposure to all phases of construction and opportunity for growth
- A safety‑first culture that truly prioritizes employee well‑being
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.
