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Steel Fabrication Estimator / Project Manager in Kearney

Date Posted: 15 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

An established Kansas City steel fabricator and erector specializing in structural and miscellaneous steel packages needs an Estimator / Project Manager. It's a strong opportunity for an early- to mid-career professional who wants hands-on growth in estimating and project management alike.

Key responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with field crews, the shop, detailers, and general contractors
  • Prepare bids and proposals, and solicit detailing, erection, and coatings quotes
  • Perform takeoffs and estimates on structural and miscellaneous steel packages
  • Handle submittals and RFIs and track project costs
  • Manage awarded work through fabrication and erection, owning schedule, budget, and change orders

Qualifications:

  • 2-8 years of experience in steel estimating, project management, or a related construction role
  • Able to read structural and architectural drawings
  • Estimating software experience a plus
  • Familiarity with structural and miscellaneous metals scopes
  • Construction management or engineering degree, or equivalent experience, preferred

Compensation: $75,000 - $105,000, plus a yearly bonus opportunity and a sign-on bonus for top candidates joining from competitors.

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.

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